In a 2008 article, Jim deliniated some of the less obvious benefits of a comprehensive risk management program.

It seems like everyone these days is talking Risk Management. And certainly Risk Management is central to all reputable programs. However, a “thorough and comprehensive” quality RMP can provide much more than simply managing risk.

The quick and dirty is that a comprehensive risk management program has the potential to:

• Limit potential exposure
• Support regulatory compliance
• Identify trends and patterns
• Inform programmatic decisions
• Provide pro-active feedback on program effectiveness
• Inform financial and other resource allocation
• Improve student outcomes and satisfaction
• Increase parent participation and satisfaction
• Improve customer service with referring professionals
• Decrease insurance rates
• Improve staff morale

You can get the details from the full article published over at strugglingteens.com.