Free Startup Risk Assessment Form

This document is designed to help founders evaluate and mitigate risks associated with launching a new venture. We encourage thoroughness and honesty in completing this assessment to foster a clear understanding of the startup's risk profile and pave the way for informed decision-making.

General Information

Market Risk Assessment

Market Viability:

Is there a clear need for the product/service in the market?

• Yes

• No

Briefly describe the market demand and competition landscape:

Market Trends:

Are there any emerging trends that could impact the market?

• Yes

• No

If yes, how does the startup plan to adapt to these trends?

Product/Service Risk Assessment

Product/Service Viability:

Is the product/service technically feasible?

• Yes

• No

Describe any technical challenges and how they will be addressed:

Product/Service Differentiation:

How does the product/service differentiate from existing solutions in the market?

Financial Risk Assessment

Funding Status:

What is the current funding status of the startup? (Bootstrap, Seed, Series A, etc.)

Specify the amount raised and planned fundraising activities:

Revenue Model:

Describe the revenue model and projected revenue streams:

Burn Rate:

What is the current burn rate of the startup? (Monthly expenses vs. revenue)

Team Risk Assessment

Team Experience:

Briefly describe the experience and expertise of the founding team:

Talent Acquisition:

How does the startup plan to attract and retain top talent?

Legal and Regulatory Risk Assessment

Compliance:

Are there any legal or regulatory barriers to entry in the target market?

• Yes

• No

If yes, describe the steps taken to ensure compliance:

Operational Risk Assessment

Scalability:

Is the startup's infrastructure scalable to support growth?

• Yes

• No

Describe any operational challenges related to scalability:

Supply Chain:

Are there any dependencies on third-party suppliers/vendors?

• Yes

• No

If yes, describe any risks associated with the supply chain:

Intellectual Property (IP) Risk Assessment

IP Protection:

Has the startup taken steps to protect its intellectual property?

• Yes

• No

If yes, describe the IP protection strategy:

Exit Strategy

Exit Plans:

Does the startup have an exit strategy in place?

• Yes

• No

If yes, briefly describe the exit strategy:

Additional Comments/Notes

Provide any additional comments or notes regarding risk assessment here.

Declaration

I, [Assessee's Name], acknowledge that the information provided in this Startup Risk Assessment Form is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Signature:

Date:                               

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