Security Risk Management Canvas for Complex Environments
This canvas was built by Terrain 9 to support decisionmaking for corporate security teams in conflict zones, helping them compile a clear picture of ambient risks and resources. It can be used for mission planning, crisis management, training, wargaming, or debriefing. In each panel, select all applicable tags and add notes relevant to your operating context. Use all panels to build a complete security risk management canvas for your project, mission, or site. For your own reusable copy of this canvas, or to request a custom build specific to your needs, please contact us.
Panel 01What Could Happen
Escalation of violence Attacks by state actors Attacks by NSAs Roadblocks Kidnap for ransom Extortion Region under siege Civilians affected Regime weakens Regime consolidates Economy collapses Diplomatic pressure Natural disasters Resource scarcity
Notes
Panel 02Assets Impacted
Employees Contractors & suppliers Intermediaries & fixers Civilian population Facilities & housing Technical equipment Raw materials Products & inventory Vehicles Financial assets Market position Brand & reputation Share price
Notes
Panel 03Actors & Forces Involved
← Benevolent Hostile →
Strong Weak
Strong · Benevolent
Source of support, protection, contacts
Strong · Hostile
Most immediate threat sources
Weak · Benevolent
Sources of information
Weak · Hostile
Threats to monitor
Panel 04Legal & Regulatory Concerns
Terrorism financing Complicity in war crimes Risk to human life Money laundering Corruption & fraud Internal control failures Sanctions violations Duty of care Fiduciary duty Export control violations HSE liability
Applicable frameworks
Panel 05Budget Required & Resources Available
Financial & Material
Network & Contacts
Community Relations
Political & Diplomatic
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