Remote and autonomous vessel operations will become increasingly common, requiring assurance methods that will evolve ahead of deployment. This presentation will outline a focused, risk based process that will guide the safe introduction of auto remote capabilities. It will cover the typical risks that will emerge in remote operation. The session will also offer practical tips for auto-remote concept developers, including how they should define their operational concept, structure early risk assessments, build confidence with regulators and provide credible, evidence driven assurance arguments that will support future approval and safe operation.