Modern organisations operate in complex environments, where risks can emerge from a wide range of sources—physical threats, procedural failures, environmental hazards, or even internal vulnerabilities. Understanding and managing these risks is not just best practice—it’s essential for continuity, safety, and compliance.
That’s where enterprise risk assessments come in.
At Smartsec Security Solutions, we conduct independent, physical security-focused enterprise risk assessments to help organisations across Perth and Western Australia identify threats, prioritise action, and make better decisions. Our assessments are grounded in ISO 31000:2018, tailored to your organisation’s context, and delivered without bias or product influence.
What Is an Enterprise Risk Assessment?
An enterprise risk assessment is a structured review of risks that may impact your organisation’s people, operations, assets, or reputation. Unlike task-specific or incident-based assessments, enterprise risk reviews take a whole-of-organisation approach—mapping out both internal and external risks across all business functions.
A professional enterprise risk assessment:
- Identifies critical vulnerabilities
- Evaluates the likelihood and impact of key risks
- Analyses the effectiveness of existing controls
- Highlights areas of compliance concern
- Provides a prioritised roadmap for improvement
At Smartsec, we focus on physical and operational security risks, helping clients assess how well their sites, systems, and procedures support organisational resilience.
Why Enterprise Risk Assessments Matter
Inadequate risk management can lead to serious consequences—financial loss, injury, legal exposure, service disruption, or reputational damage. Many organisations already have systems in place, but few know whether those systems are actually doing their job.
An enterprise risk assessment helps you:
- Understand what risks are relevant to your operations
- Address weak spots in your physical security and access control
- Improve emergency preparedness and response
- Make informed decisions about investment or upgrades
- Meet obligations under WHS and security compliance standards
- Support board-level reporting, insurance reviews, or funding applications
When delivered independently, an enterprise risk assessment provides a credible foundation for forward planning.
Our Approach to Enterprise Risk Assessments
At Smartsec Security Solutions, we tailor every assessment to the size, structure, and sector of the organisation. Whether you’re managing a school, council, retail precinct, or national portfolio—we adapt our methods to suit your needs.
Risk Context and Stakeholder Engagement
We begin by identifying the organisation’s key functions, service delivery priorities, stakeholder expectations, and known concerns. We then engage key personnel to gather internal perspectives.
Site and Systems Review
We inspect physical infrastructure, including:
- Entry and exit points
- CCTV systems and surveillance zones
- Access control systems and credential management
- Alarm systems and duress alerts
- Lighting and environmental design
- Control rooms or monitoring setups
This helps us understand the real-world risk exposure across your facilities.
Procedure and Documentation Review
We review relevant internal policies and documentation, such as:
- Security SOPs and escalation processes
- Emergency response plans
- Incident reporting and trend analysis
- Asset protection procedures
- Contractor and visitor management
We evaluate how these systems align with your current risk profile and day-to-day operations.
Risk Identification and Assessment
Using the ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management Framework, we identify risks, assess likelihood and consequence, and evaluate existing controls.
This includes:
- External threats (unauthorised access, vandalism, environmental events)
- Internal vulnerabilities (process gaps, training issues, compliance failure)
- Systemic risks (technology integration, response delays, staffing limits)
Reporting and Recommendations
Our final report includes:
- A detailed risk register with likelihood and impact ratings
- Gaps in current physical and procedural controls
- Prioritised recommendations for mitigation
- Optional roadmap for short-, medium-, and long-term improvements
- Practical insights written in plain English for executive teams and operational staff
Who Needs an Enterprise Risk Assessment?
Enterprise risk assessments are especially beneficial for:
- Councils and local governments managing diverse assets and services
- Schools, universities, and education providers
- Shopping centres and retail property managers
- Commercial and industrial operations with multiple sites
- Health and aged care organisations
- Organisations pursuing certification or insurance coverage
- Entities recovering from incidents or conducting strategic reviews
Whether you’re preparing a risk plan, seeking funding, or planning major changes—an enterprise risk assessment gives you the structure and insight to move forward with confidence.
Why Work with Smartsec Security Solutions?
- Independent and vendor-neutral – We don’t sell or install products
- Over 17 years of experience in physical security and risk consulting
- Based in WA – With experience across metro, regional, and remote sites
- ISO-aligned methodology – Including ISO 31000 and Australian security standards
- Reports tailored for leadership and operations – No unnecessary jargon
- Trusted by local councils, education providers, property managers, and contractors
We help you take the guesswork out of security—so your organisation is better prepared, protected, and positioned for growth.
Need an Enterprise Risk Assessment for Your Organisation?
Smartsec Security Solutions provides practical, structured risk assessments that help you understand exposure and plan meaningful improvements.
To arrange an enterprise risk assessment or learn more, visit our Security Consulting Services page.
Let’s help you identify risk, improve resilience, and secure your operations—now and into the future.
