Earthquakes can strike without warning, causing immense damage to businesses and putting lives at risk. Being prepared for such events is critical for ensuring the safety of your employees and the continuity of your operations. One of the most effective ways to prepare your business for earthquakes is by conducting tabletop exercises. These simulation-based training…
In this episode, Rob takes you through the critical steps to consider before diving into your first exercise program. He shares the importance of gaining internal support, assessing your existing expertise, and mapping out the program’s objectives and scope. Rob also emphasizes the value of a two or three-year approach to progressively build capabilities, as…
Tabletop exercises are an essential part of emergency preparedness and business continuity planning for building management teams. These exercises help to identify potential gaps in response plans, improve communication, and assess overall readiness for various emergency scenarios. This blog will focus on a fire scenario, its potential impacts on business continuity and life safety, and…
April 17th, 2023, marks the tenth anniversary of the West Fertilizer Company explosion and fire, one of the deadliest industrial accidents in recent US history. The incident took place in the small town of West, Texas, resulting in 15 fatalities, over 200 injuries, and widespread destruction. As we remember those who lost their lives in…
This month marks the 10-year anniversary of the tragic Boston Marathon bombings, which occurred on April 15, 2013. Two pressure cooker bombs exploded near the finish line, killing three people and injuring over 260 others. The bombings were a shocking act of terror that tested the resilience of Boston and the nation as a whole….
In today’s digital age, cyber threats are becoming increasingly prevalent, sophisticated, and potentially devastating to businesses and organizations of all sizes. As a result, it is crucial for organizations to establish a robust cybersecurity incident response plan, train their employees, and conduct regular exercises to ensure preparedness. In this blog post, we will explore the…
Guest contributor: Jo Detavernier, SCMP, APR – Owner of Detavernier Strategic Communication Issue management has always been a neglected management discipline and companies have often paid dearly for neglecting to look after their reputational issues. While issues might be less urgent than crises, an ill managed issue can escalate into a full blown crisis necessitating…
In Episode 116 of the podcast, we interviewed Steve Kuhr CEO of Kuhr Group, LLC. Here’s the questions we posed to Steve:
Crisis management is an essential aspect of running a successful organization. The ability to effectively respond to unexpected situations can determine the survival and continuity of any business. One of the most valuable tools in the crisis management arsenal is the tabletop exercise. These simulated scenarios help organizations prepare for potential crises by testing their…
Crisis management exercises are an essential component of any organization’s preparedness strategy. These exercises allow teams to test their crisis response plans, identify areas for improvement, and build the skills and confidence needed to respond effectively to a crisis. One type of exercise that is particularly useful for this purpose is the functional exercise. A…