In the world of risk analysis, knowing the numbers is just the beginning. The real challenge, but also the value, lies in using those numbers to support better decisions. That’s why the Risk Decision Support track at this year’s SiRAcon 2025 will be insightful for anyone looking to advance from quantifying risk to managing it strategically.
From Zero to Quant to ERM
Continuing the evolution from last year’s theme “From Zero to Quant,” this year’s theme “From Zero to Quant to ERM” spotlights the journey organizations are on: from beginning their risk quantification efforts, to integrating those efforts into broader enterprise risk management (ERM) strategies. At the heart of that journey is decision support - the ability to turn data into action.
Why Risk Decision Support Matters
Quantifying risk isn’t just about producing numbers; it’s about helping leaders make informed, defensible decisions under uncertainty. Whether you're prioritizing controls, selecting vendors, allocating budget, or evaluating cyber insurance options, quantitative models provide a structured way to weigh trade-offs and assess outcomes.
This track is for analysts, CISOs, risk managers, and decision-makers who want to bridge the gap between technical measurement and real-world action.
What to Expect in This Track
The Risk Decision Support track will cover topics such as:
Using Quant Models to Drive Action: Learn how organizations are applying Monte Carlo simulations, Value-at-Risk, and expected loss modeling to prioritize cybersecurity initiatives, justify budgets, and communicate risk in financial terms.
Decision Frameworks That Integrate Quantification: Discover methods for embedding quantitative risk assessments into strategic frameworks - such as cost-benefit analysis, decision trees, and Bayesian updating to support rational, transparent decision-making across the enterprise.
Real-World Case Studies: Hear from practitioners who’ve operationalized quant models, and learn what worked (and what didn’t) when translating analytics into business value.
Bridging the Analyst–Executive Gap: Explore communication strategies for presenting quantitative results to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring data drives decisions without getting lost in translation.
Take the Next Step in Your Risk Journey
SiRAcon 2025’s Risk Decision Support track is your opportunity to explore how cutting-edge quant methods are being transformed into powerful decision-making tools. Whether you're deep in the modeling weeds or steering enterprise strategy, this track will spark new ideas and deliver practical insights you can apply immediately. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the conversations that are shaping the future of risk management. Let’s move beyond metrics and toward meaningful, data-driven decisions.
