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Explore our knowledge base and Case Studies

Knowledge base

Are you looking for more information about the bowtie methodology and how it supports barrier-based risk management? The Barrier-Based Risk Management Knowledge Base offers a comprehensive overview of the bowtie method, including:

• Clear definitions of hazards, threats, top events, and consequences
• In-depth guidance on barriers—the controls that prevent or mitigate incidents
• Insights into escalation factors and how to manage them
• Tools for evaluating barrier effectiveness and conducting audits
• Visual examples and diagrams to help you understand complex risk scenarios

Case studies

Our case studies showcase real-world applications of the bowtie method and barrier-based risk management across a variety of high-risk sectors—including oil & gas, aviation, chemicals, mining, and more.

What you’ll discover:

• How organizations identify and manage critical risks
• Practical examples of barrier implementation and monitoring
• Lessons learned from incidents and near-misses
• Expert commentary on what worked, what didn’t, and why

Want to try the software?

We’re excited that you’re interested in exploring our tools! However, please note that we do not provide individual trial access to students.
We can provide access as part of a course or research project. To ensure proper support and licensing, access must be requested by a professor or academic coordinator on behalf of a class or group.

What you can do:

1. Talk to your professor or course coordinator about your interest in using the software.
2. Share this page with them so they can learn how to request access for your class.
3. We will review and evaluate the request for approval.
4. Once your professor submits a request and it’s approved, you’ll receive access through your institution.

This process helps us ensure that students receive the right level of support and that the software is used effectively in an educational context.