The 2024 Government Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Survey—conducted by Guidehouse in collaboration with the Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management (AFERM)—marks a decade of tracking ERM progress across U.S. government agencies. The findings point to continued maturity, especially among organizations where ERM is integrated into executive performance
Technology and human capital remain the most pressing areas of concern. Eighty percent of respondents expect technology to pose significant risks to their agencies in the next three years, with cybersecurity and data privacy leading the list. Human capital risks—including retention, morale, and engagement—continue to rise. While nearly half of agencies have formalized risk appetite statements, limited budgets, siloed operations, and inconsistent leadership engagement remain barriers to full ERM adoption. As agencies plan for 2025, ERM programs are prioritizing training, compliance, and deeper integration with performance management—creating opportunities for consultants to support implementation and long-term impact.
