What are the possible outcomes for the 'Avoid' strategy in the TARA matrix?

The 'Avoid' strategy in the TARA matrix is particularly focused on situations where there is a high probability of an event occurring that could have a significant negative impact on the organization. Choosing to avoid such risks means taking proactive measures to eliminate the risk altogether or circumventing the circumstances that would lead to the risk materializing.

When the impact is high, it underscores the severity of potential consequences if the risk were to occur. Since the probability is also high, this indicates that the organization has identified that the risk is likely to happen. By employing an 'Avoid' strategy in this context, the organization effectively eliminates the risk instead of accepting or managing it.

This strategy is most effective when organizations want to ensure that they do not face the adverse effects of risks that are both serious in their potential impacts and likely to occur. In this case, having a high impact alongside a high probability creates a strong case for avoidance, as the potential losses would be significant if the risk were to materialize.