TemplateIntermediate20 minutes
Risk Register Template
Use this risk register to track project risks before they become project problems.
Who this is for
IT project managers and delivery leads managing scope, timeline, and stakeholder risk.
When to use it
At kickoff and updated weekly during active delivery.
Template
Risk Register Template Risk ID: Risk description: Category: Impact: Probability: Risk level: Owner: Mitigation plan: Trigger: Status: Date identified: Last updated:
Example
Risk: Client document upload may fail on mobile devices. Impact: High Probability: Medium Mitigation: Test uploads on iPhone, Android, tablet, and desktop before launch. Limit file types and show clear error messages.
Closing note
Risk tracking is not about being negative. It is about protecting the project from preventable problems.
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