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How do you calculate residual risk?

TrustRegister uses an algorithm to analyze multiple data points across your risk surface when calculating a “Residual Risk Rating.” The general breakdown is:
Residual Risk Rating = Inherent Risk – (Consolidated Treatment Efforts)
The consolidated treatment effort is dynamically calculated by TrustRegister.

Click here for more details on TrustRegister

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