Fields and operating rules for an operational exception log that drives action instead of becoming another tracker.
| Field | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Exception | Defines the failure |
| Exposure | Quantifies impact |
| Severity | Prioritizes attention |
| Owner | Creates accountability |
| Root cause | Explains recurrence |
| Corrective action | Fixes the current issue |
| Control gap | Prevents repeat failure |
Every open high-severity item must have an owner, next action and due date. Overdue items should surface automatically in review.