Risk and Technical Debt
Risks
Data Breach Risk
Description: Unauthorised access to sensitive data could occur due to vulnerabilities in the system.
Mitigation: Implement strong encryption, regular security audits, and robust access controls.
Regulatory Compliance Risk
Description: The application may fail to comply with evolving data privacy regulations.
Mitigation: Continuously monitor regulatory changes and update the system accordingly to ensure compliance.
Model Accuracy Risk
Description: The machine learning models might not accurately detect all PII, leading to incomplete redaction.
Mitigation: Incorporate human-in-the-loop processes to refine models and improve accuracy over time.
Performance Risk
Description: The system may not perform well under high load conditions, leading to slow processing times.
Mitigation: Design the system for scalability, conduct performance testing, and optimize algorithms for efficiency.
Integration Risk
Description: Issues may arise during integration with external document management systems like iManage.
Mitigation: Ensure thorough testing of integrations, and maintain clear documentation and communication with third-party vendors.
Budget and Resource Risk
Description: The project may exceed budget or face resource constraints, impacting delivery timelines.
Mitigation: Monitor project costs closely, prioritize critical features, and secure additional resources if necessary.
Operational Risk
Description: The application may experience downtime or failures, affecting availability and reliability.
Mitigation: Implement robust error handling, automated recovery processes, and regular system maintenance.
User Adoption Risk
Description: Users might find the application difficult to use or may not fully adopt it.
Mitigation: Focus on user-friendly design, provide comprehensive training and support, and gather user feedback for continuous improvement.
Technical Debt
Code Quality Issues
Description: Quick fixes and rushed implementations might lead to poorly written code.
Mitigation: Enforce coding standards, conduct regular code reviews, and refactor code as needed to maintain quality.
Incomplete Documentation
Description: Inadequate documentation can make it difficult for future developers to understand and maintain the system.
Mitigation: Ensure comprehensive documentation is created and updated regularly, covering all aspects of the system.
Legacy System Integration
Description: Integrating with legacy systems can introduce complexities and limitations.
Mitigation: Develop robust integration layers and maintain clear documentation of integration points.
Deferred Features
Description: Some planned features may be deferred due to time or budget constraints, leading to incomplete functionality.
Mitigation: Prioritise features based on user needs and business value, and plan for phased releases to gradually introduce deferred features.
Technical Dependencies
Description: Relying on specific technologies or third-party services can create dependencies that may become problematic if those technologies or services change or become unavailable.
Mitigation: Regularly review and evaluate technical dependencies, and have contingency plans for replacing or updating them as needed.
Scalability Constraints
Description: Initial design choices may limit the system's ability to scale effectively in the future.
Mitigation: Design with scalability in mind from the outset, and regularly assess and update the architecture to support growth.
Security Vulnerabilities
Description: Security vulnerabilities might be introduced during development or through third-party components.
Mitigation: Conduct regular security assessments, use secure coding practices, and keep third-party components up to date.