Risk-sensitive investment project planning, in a selected manufacturing company

Introduction/background: The research problem undertaken in the publication was the selection of appropriate risk assessment methods and tools that can be applied in the planning of investment projects in a company that is the largest producer of secondary aluminium casting alloys in Central Europe. Due to the identified need, it was assumed that the results of the application of these methods and tools should support rational decision-making on the implementation of strategic investment projects. Aim of the paper: The research presented in the publication was aimed at developing a risk-sensitive investment project planning procedure geared towards rational strategic decision-making, tailored to the specific characteristics of the company in question. Materials and methods: The research involved free-form interviews, a literature study, a case study and a review of company records. Results and conclusions: The result of the research was to accurately identify the needs of the company, the competences of its employees and the essence of risk assessment methods and tools, and to select and incorporate them appropriately in the investment project planning procedure developed.