Embed risk metrics into Balanced Scorecard and performance management systems
Integration into the Corporate Objective System
Integrate enterprise risk management into KPI systems, Balanced Scorecards and incentive structures. We develop risk-adjusted metrics like RORAC and RAROC and embed risk perspectives in your management processes for value-oriented corporate governance.
- ✓Risk-adjusted KPIs like RORAC and RAROC integrated into existing management systems
- ✓Balanced Scorecard extended with risk perspective for holistic decision-making
- ✓Value-oriented governance with measurable risk-performance targets
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How to Integrate Risk Management into Balanced Scorecard and KPI Systems
Our Strengths
- Deep expertise in risk-adjusted performance measurement (RORAC, RAROC, Economic Capital)
- Practical experience extending Balanced Scorecards with risk perspectives in banks and insurers
- Holistic approach: from metric development to anchoring in compensation systems
- Interdisciplinary team of controlling, risk management and strategy experts
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Expert Tip
Risk-adjusted KPIs like RORAC or Risk-Adjusted EBITDA are only effective when they consistently feed into target agreements and incentive systems. Without this anchoring, risk management remains a pure reporting instrument without steering impact.
ADVISORI in Numbers
11+
Years of Experience
120+
Employees
520+
Projects
We support you with a structured approach to integrating risk management into your corporate objective system.
Our Approach:
Analysis of the existing objective system and risk management processes
Development of an integrated concept for risk-oriented corporate management
Implementation, training, and continuous improvement
"Integrating risk management into the corporate objective system is the key to sustainable and value-oriented corporate management."
Melanie Düring
Head of Risk Management
Our Services
We offer you tailored solutions for your digital transformation
Development of Risk-Adjusted Metrics
Development and implementation of risk-adjusted metrics for your corporate objective system
- Analysis of relevant risks and metrics
- Development of tailored risk models
- Integration into reporting and dashboards
Integration into Balanced Scorecard
Integration of risk management into your Balanced Scorecard and performance management systems
- Development of a Risk-Balanced Scorecard
- Integration of KRIs into existing perspectives
- Risk-oriented strategy maps
Risk-Oriented Incentive Systems
Development and implementation of risk-oriented incentive systems and compensation models
- Risk-adjusted performance measurement
- Integration of risk objectives into target agreements
- Long-term oriented compensation models
Our Competencies in Strategisches Enterprise Risk Management
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Building and Optimizing ERM Frameworks
An effective enterprise risk management framework connects risk strategy with operational execution. We guide you through building an ERM framework based on COSO ERM and ISO 31000 or optimize your existing risk management framework.
Development and Optimization of ERM Frameworks
Targeted improvement of existing Enterprise Risk Management frameworks. From maturity assessment through gap analysis to sustainable optimization of your risk management structures.
Integration into the Corporate Objective System
Integration of enterprise risk management into the corporate target system. Risk as part of strategic steering and decision-making.
Frequently Asked Questions about Integration into the Corporate Objective System
What does integrating risk management into the corporate objective system mean?
Integration systematically links risk management with corporate steering so that risks are considered in every strategic and operational decision. In practice this means: risk-adjusted targets instead of pure performance goals, KRIs alongside KPIs in the balanced scorecard, risk appetite as a guardrail for strategic planning, and risk-related components in incentive systems. The COSO ERM Framework and ISO
31000 explicitly require this integration.
How do you develop risk-adjusted metrics for corporate steering?
Risk-adjusted metrics combine performance and risk measurement. RORAC (Return on Risk-Adjusted Capital) relates earnings to deployed risk capital. RAROC adjusts earnings for expected losses. EVA-based approaches include capital costs with risk premiums. Each metric requires defined thresholds and escalation mechanisms. The metrics feed into the balanced scorecard and are linked to individual target agreements.
How do you integrate risk management into the balanced scorecard?
Integration occurs through an additional risk perspective or by supplementing existing perspectives with risk metrics. The financial perspective adds RORAC and VaR limits to return targets. The customer perspective incorporates concentration risks and credit default rates. The process perspective measures operational risk indicators and control effectiveness. The learning and growth perspective captures risk culture indicators and training completion rates.
What is the difference between KPIs and KRIs in risk management?
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measure historical performance and goal achievement, looking backward. Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) are forward-looking early warning indicators that signal potential risks before they materialize. Example: The KPI credit default rate measures realized losses, while the KRI overdraft quota warns of rising defaults. Effective integration links both: when a KRI breaches its threshold, the associated KPI forecast is adjusted.
How do you link risk management with incentive systems and compensation?
The linkage occurs through risk-adjusted compensation components. Variable compensation is tied to risk-adjusted results like RORAC rather than pure revenue targets. Deferral periods account for long-term risk effects. Malus and clawback provisions enable recoupment when risks materialize after payout. MaRisk institutional remuneration requirements (InstVV) explicitly demand consideration of risks in variable compensation.
How do you incorporate ESG risks into the corporate objective system?
ESG risks are integrated as a standalone risk category or as drivers of existing risk types within the objective system. This includes ESG KRIs such as portfolio carbon intensity, social risk scores for suppliers, and governance compliance indicators. ESG targets in the balanced scorecard with clear metrics and time horizons. Linking ESG performance with variable compensation. BaFin sustainability risk guidelines require integration into business and risk strategy.
What does ERM integration into the corporate objective system cost?
Costs depend on the complexity of existing steering systems. Typical projects include design of risk-adjusted metrics (eight to twelve weeks), integration into BSC and reporting (four to eight weeks), and linkage with incentive systems (four to six weeks). ADVISORI supports the entire process from maturity assessment of existing ERM through design of the integrated steering model to implementation in IT systems and reporting structures.
Success Stories
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Digitalization in Steel Trading
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Over 2 billion euros in annual revenue through digital channels
Goal to achieve 60% of revenue online by 2022
Improved customer satisfaction through automated processes
AI-Powered Manufacturing Optimization
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Significant increase in production performance
Reduction of downtime and production costs
Improved sustainability through more efficient resource utilization
AI Automation in Production
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Intelligent Networking for Future-Proof Production Systems
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Improved production speed and flexibility
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Generative AI in Manufacturing
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AI Process Optimization for Improved Production Efficiency
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Reduction of AI application implementation time to just a few weeks
Improvement in product quality through early defect detection
Increased manufacturing efficiency through reduced downtime
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