The next contribution is based on a Center report by David H. Schanzer and Joe Eyerman, Improving Strategic Risk Management at the Department of Homeland Security. It explores how the federal government can enhance its capability to use strategic risk management in safeguarding the nation. It focuses on strategic risk management—the process by which decisions are informed by an analysis of risk. Risk management can be applied at several levels: tactical, operational, and strategic.

Recent social, political, and technological changes are redefining the role of citizens from one of just being voters, or just being polled for their opinions, to a far more interactive role. Much of this redefinition is happening online, but not in all cases.

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