Risk Management for Events, 2nd Edition

8Communications

Understanding is not automatic

This chapter will examine how to:

• Develop suitable internal and external communications systems and strategies for an event and its scope of operations
• Select the appropriate communication methods and messages based on the event type, scope, site, and audience
• Establish and implement the proper procedures for the collection, distribution, and protection of information to meet the communication and operational needs of the event project
• Determine and address the communication issues and risks applicable to the stakeholders and various constituencies of the event project

Introduction

Communication is a vital component of the risk management process and system, which includes timely information ...