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  • NASA’s 5 x 5 Risk Matrix Scorecard: A Powerful Tool for Space Safety

    NASA’s 5 x 5 Risk Matrix Scorecard: A Powerful Tool for Space Safety

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    When it comes to space exploration and engineering, risk management is not just a buzzword—it’s a critical component of mission success and crew safety. In the wake of the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy, NASA established the Engineering and Safety Center (NESC) to ensure the highest standards of safety and engineering excellence across all NASA programs.…