Enterprise risk & controls · Core
Scenario analysis
Also called: scenario assessment
ELI5
Analysis of outcomes under coherent alternative future conditions.
Used in conversation
“Can we separate the likelihood of scenario analysis from its potential impact?”
Pitch context
You will see “Scenario analysis” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches enterprise risk & controls.
Why it matters: In enterprise risk & controls, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.
Caution
Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.
Connected terms
- Scenario planningThe search label “Scenario analysis” can route to both entries.
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Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- OECD — G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance 2023Direct source · institutional · checked 2026-08-16
- National Institute of Standards and Technology — Computer Security Resource Center GlossaryDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission — EDGAR and filing resourcesSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-16