Key risk indicators (KRIs) are metrics that can provide an early signal of increasing risk exposures for an organization. KRIs are designed to measure and predict potential losses, and they help in identifying trends that could lead to future risks. They are different from Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), which measure the performance related to the achievement of strategic goals. KRIs, on the other hand, are specifically focused on risk and are used to monitor changes in the level of risk exposure.