Risk Framework Structure
The risk model follows a hierarchical structure:7 Risk Categories
Financial Risk
Financial Risk
Assesses the financial health and sustainability of the business.5 Subcategories:
- Revenue Risk
- Cost Structure Risk
- Credit Risk
- Liquidity Risk
- Capital Structure Risk
Climate-Environmental Risk
Climate-Environmental Risk
Evaluates exposure to climate change, weather patterns, and environmental sustainability.5 Subcategories:
- Weather Exposure Risk
- Climate Adaptation Risk
- Water Resource Risk
- Biodiversity Impact Risk
- Carbon Footprint Risk
Behavioral Risk
Behavioral Risk
Analyzes management quality, governance practices, and organizational culture.5 Subcategories:
- Management Competence Risk
- Governance Structure Risk
- Compliance & Ethics Risk
- Innovation Capacity Risk
- Stakeholder Relations Risk
Operational Risk
Operational Risk
Examines operational efficiency, supply chain resilience, and production capabilities.5 Subcategories:
- Supply Chain Risk
- Production Process Risk
- Technology & Equipment Risk
- Human Resources Risk
- Quality Control Risk
Market Risk
Market Risk
Assesses market position, competitive dynamics, and commercial viability.5 Subcategories:
- Demand Risk
- Competition Risk
- Pricing Power Risk
- Distribution Channel Risk
- Regulatory Market Risk
Governance & Legal Risk
Governance & Legal Risk
Evaluates legal compliance, contract management, and regulatory adherence.5 Subcategories:
- Legal Structure Risk
- Contract Management Risk
- Intellectual Property Risk
- Regulatory Compliance Risk
- Reporting & Transparency Risk
Technology & Data Risk
Technology & Data Risk
Analyzes digital infrastructure, data security, and technology adoption.5 Subcategories:
- IT Infrastructure Risk
- Data Management Risk
- Cybersecurity Risk
- Digital Tools Adoption Risk
- Analytics Capability Risk
Scoring Methodology
Risk Levels
Each subcategory and category is assigned one of four risk levels:| Risk Level | Score Range | Color Code | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOW | 0-30 | 🟢 Green | Minimal risk; business operates within acceptable parameters |
| MODERATE | 31-60 | 🟡 Orange | Manageable risk; some areas require monitoring or improvement |
| HIGH | 61-80 | 🟠 Orange-Red | Significant risk; requires immediate attention and mitigation |
| CRITICAL | 81-100 | 🔴 Red | Severe risk; threatens business viability; urgent intervention needed |
Calculation Process
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Subcategory Scoring (35 indicators)
- Each subcategory is scored 0-100 based on data extracted from business plans, interviews, or manual data entry
- AI agents analyze quantitative metrics and qualitative factors
- Evidence from source documents is linked to each score
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Category Aggregation (7 categories)
- Category score = average of 5 subcategory scores
- Example: Financial Risk = avg(Revenue, Costs, Credit, Liquidity, Capital)
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Overall Risk Score
- Overall score = weighted average of 7 category scores
- All categories currently have equal weight (subject to change based on sector/region)
Data Schema
Risk scores are stored in theRiskScore table with the following structure:
AI-Powered Analysis
The risk assessment is performed by specialized AI agents using AWS Bedrock:- Risk Analysis Agent: Analyzes business data across all 7 categories
- Evidence Extraction: Links scores to specific data points in source documents
- Narrative Generation: Creates human-readable explanations for each score
- Recommendation Engine: Generates prioritized mitigation strategies
Use Cases
For Analysts
- Due Diligence: Quickly identify high-risk areas in loan applications
- Portfolio Monitoring: Track risk trends across multiple assessments
- Report Generation: Export comprehensive PDF reports for stakeholders
For Business Owners
- Self-Assessment: Understand business vulnerabilities
- Improvement Planning: Prioritize mitigation actions based on risk severity
- Investor Communication: Demonstrate risk management practices
For Decision Makers
- Investment Decisions: Compare risk profiles across multiple SMEs
- Policy Design: Identify systemic risks in agricultural sectors
- Resource Allocation: Target support programs to highest-risk areas
Next Steps
Explore detailed scoring criteria for each category:Financial Risk
Revenue, costs, credit, liquidity, capital
Climate-Environmental Risk
Weather, adaptation, water, biodiversity, carbon
Behavioral Risk
Management, governance, compliance, innovation
Operational Risk
Supply chain, production, technology, HR, quality
Market Risk
Demand, competition, pricing, distribution
Governance & Legal Risk
Legal structure, contracts, IP, compliance
Technology & Data Risk
IT infrastructure, data, cybersecurity, analytics