Useful Tools

Research Contracts Risk Assessment Tool

The Risk Management & Audit Office, in conjunction with the Legal Office and Research Office has developed a contracts risk assessment tool to assist local areas in the review of research contracts. This tool was developed in response to an audit review by KPMG in 2005 that identified research contracts as having the potential to expose the University to a high level of risk, particularly in the areas of contract structure and content.

The tool is an on-line interactive flowchart (the flowchart pages cannot be printed out) that steps you through the contract review process and contains links to other relevant information. It is anticipated that the tool will be added to over time in response to user requirements and feedback.