Risk Categories
- Financial Risk: Payment terms, liability caps, penalties
- Legal Risk: Governing law, dispute resolution, compliance
- Operational Risk: SLAs, termination, dependencies
- Strategic Risk: IP ownership, exclusivity, competition
Assessment Criteria
Evaluate each contract against standardized criteria to ensure consistent risk identification across the portfolio.
Scoring Matrix
- High Risk (Red): Requires senior review and negotiation
- Medium Risk (Yellow): Document concerns and monitor
- Low Risk (Green): Standard terms, proceed with execution
Mitigation Strategies
For each risk category, document standard negotiation positions and fallback clauses.