threat management
/θrɛt ˈmænɪdʒmənt/ · threat.man.a.gement
noun
- The process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats to an organization or individual. The company's threat management team worked closely with security experts to develop a comprehensive plan to protect against cyber attacks.
- A system or strategy for managing and responding to potential threats, such as natural disasters or security breaches. The city's emergency management team implemented a threat management plan to prepare for and respond to hurricanes.
Synonyms
risk managementsecurity managementcrisis managementemergency managementdisaster managementmitigationprevention
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of threat management has its roots in military strategy, where it was used to describe the identification and prioritization of potential enemies and threats to national security.