ISO/TC 262 WG10 – Revision of ISO 31000
Working Group 10 (WG10), convened by Liane Sauer, is responsible for the revision of ISO 31000, the main international standard for risk management. The group brings together experts from around the world to ensure that ISO 31000 remains relevant, practical and responsive to the evolving needs of organizations operating in an increasingly complex and uncertain environment. Through its work, WG10 supports the continued development of internationally recognized good practice in risk management.
Convenor: Liane Sauer (SCC, Canada)
Focus: Revision and enhancement of ISO 31000 to support effective risk management across organizations of all sizes, sectors and locations.
ISO/TC 262 WG11 – Risk and Opportunity Management
Working Group 11 (WG11), convened by Rajeev Thykatt, is developing guidance on risk and opportunity management to help organizations take a balanced approach to uncertainty. The group's work recognizes that effective risk management is not only about minimizing threats but also about identifying and realizing opportunities that support strategic objectives, innovation and sustainable growth. By providing practical guidance, WG11 aims to help organizations make informed decisions and create value in an increasingly dynamic environment.
Convenor: Rajeev Thykatt (BIS, India)
Focus: Development of guidance on managing both risks and opportunities to support better decision-making, resilience and organizational success.
ISO/TC 262 WG12 – Travel Risk Management
Working Group 12 (WG12), convened by Julia Graham, is responsible for the development of new international standards in the field of travel risk management. Building on the foundation established by ISO 31030, the group is leading the development of ISO 31032 and ISO 31033, bringing together global experts to address emerging travel risk challenges and support organizations in protecting travellers and achieving their duty of care responsibilities. Through its work, WG12 aims to provide practical, internationally relevant guidance that supports safe, resilient and effective travel risk management practices.
Convenor: Julia Graham (BSI, United Kingdom)
Focus: Development of ISO 31032 and ISO 31033 and advancement of international best practice in travel risk management.
ISO/TC 262 Chairs Advisory Group (CAG)
The ISO/TC 262 Chairs Advisory Group (CAG) supports the strategic direction and effective management of the committee’s work programme. Led by Chair Fiona Davidge, the CAG brings together committee leadership to provide advice on priorities, governance, stakeholder engagement, and the development of risk management standards. The group helps ensure that ISO/TC 262 continues to deliver relevant, high-quality standards that support organisations in managing risk and creating sustainable value in an evolving global landscape.
Chair: Fiona Davidge (BSI, United Kingdom)
ISO/TC 262 AHG5 – Societal Risk
Ad Hoc Group 5 (AHG5) has been established by ISO/TC 262 Risk Management to explore the evolving field of societal risk and its relationship to risk management across broader social, economic, environmental and governance systems. Convened by Peter Milsom, the group is currently developing a proposal to define the scope, relevance and future direction of societal risk within the overall ISO risk management portfolio.
Convenor: Peter Milsom (SCC, Canada)
Focus: Exploring the role of societal risk in an increasingly interconnected world and assessing how international standards can support organisations, governments and communities in understanding and managing risks that affect society as a whole.
ISO/TC 262 AHG6 – Assessment of IWA 31
Ad Hoc Group 6 (AHG6), convened by Awad Loubani, has been established to review IWA 31, Application of ISO 31000 in Other Standards. The group is evaluating the value, applicability and future development of the document, considering how the principles and framework of ISO 31000 can support consistent risk management approaches across a wide range of standards. Through this assessment, AHG6 aims to provide recommendations for standard development in this field. .
Convenor: Awad Loubani (SCC, Canada)
Focus: Assessment of IWA 31 and its role in promoting the application of ISO 31000 across other standards.
ISO/TC 262 AHG7 – Terminology and Vocabulary
Ad Hoc Group 7 (AHG7), convened by Jason Brown, has been established to support the development of a consistent terminology and vocabulary framework for ISO/TC 262. The group is reviewing risk management terminology, identifying areas of ambiguity, and promoting greater alignment across the committee’s standards and guidance documents. Its work will help strengthen clarity, improve consistency, and support a common understanding of key risk management concepts among users and stakeholders worldwide.
Convenor: Jason Brown (SA, Australia)
Focus: Development of a terminology and vocabulary framework to support consistency and coherence across the ISO/TC 262 risk management portfolio.
ISO/TC 262 ATTF1 – Arabic Translation Task Force
The Arabic Translation Task Force (ATTF1), convened by Raida Mashal, supports the translation of ISO/TC 262 risk management standards into Arabic, helping to improve accessibility and adoption across Arabic-speaking countries and communities. The task force works to ensure that translated documents accurately reflect the intent, terminology and technical content of the original standards while promoting a consistent understanding of risk management principles worldwide.
Convenor: Raida Mashal (JSO, Jordan)
Focus: Translation and promotion of ISO/TC 262 risk management standards in Arabic, supporting broader international engagement and implementation.
ISO/TC 262 STTF1 – Spanish Translation Task Force
The Spanish Translation Task Force (STTF1), convened by Jorge Escalera Alcázar, supports the translation of ISO/TC 262 risk management standards into Spanish, helping to increase accessibility and adoption across Spanish-speaking countries and communities. The task force works to ensure that translated documents accurately reflect the technical content, intent and terminology of the original standards while promoting a consistent understanding of risk management principles worldwide.
Convenor: Jorge Escalera Alcázar (DGN, Mexico)
Focus: Translation and promotion of ISO/TC 262 risk management standards in Spanish, supporting wider international engagement and implementation of risk management best practices.
ISO/TC 262 TG2 – Communications
Task Group 2 (TG2), convened by Saike He, supports the communication and engagement activities of ISO/TC 262. The group works to increase awareness of the committee’s standards, projects and initiatives by promoting effective communication with stakeholders and the wider risk management community. TG2 plays an important role in enhancing the visibility of ISO/TC 262’s work and encouraging collaboration, knowledge sharing and international participation.
Convenor: Saike He (SAC, China)
Focus: Promoting the work of ISO/TC 262 through communications, stakeholder engagement, website content and outreach activities