> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.securemetrics.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.securemetrics.io/securemetrics-risk-register/power-bi-template/cumulative-risk.md).

# Cumulative Risk

The Cumulative Risk page shows the cumulative (total) risk over time by various date fields.

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## Cumulative Risk Step Chart

{% hint style="info" %}
A step chart plots values that stay constant between changes and "step" up or down only when an event occurs, making it ideal for showing running totals or state changes over time.
{% endhint %}

The cumulative risk step chart plots the cumulative (running total) risk priority over time based on various dates.&#x20;

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The date field plotted by (x-axis) can be changed using the drop down in the top right of the visual. The following dates can be selected:

* Date Last Updated
* Date Opened
* Risk Decision Date

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