Ongoing Governance Essential for Effective Risk Mitigation
Brooke Dunn, a government and regulatory counsel, has emphasized the importance of ongoing risk governance in a recent article for Indiana Lawyer. Her insights focus on strategies organizations can implement to proactively mitigate risks as they approach 2026.
Importance of Ongoing Governance for Risk Mitigation
Dunn advocates for a shift from reactive legal strategies to a framework of ongoing risk governance. This approach involves collaboration across various domains such as:
- Employment
- Contracts
- Data Privacy
- Governance
- Regulatory Compliance
By addressing these areas holistically rather than in isolation, organizations can enhance their resilience against potential challenges.
Investment in Integrated Support
According to Dunn, the organizations that prioritize integrated professional and legal support now will be better equipped to manage future risks. She emphasizes that preemptive measures are preferable to waiting for regulatory bodies, lenders, or litigants to react.
“Especially in today’s environment, strong governance and early legal engagement are no longer optional safeguards; they are essential defenses,” Dunn asserts. Organizations must recognize that effective risk governance is crucial in navigating an increasingly complex landscape.
