If Today Went Sideways Imagine you’re walking through your production floor on a regular Tuesday. The hum of machines, the smell of hot metal, the familiar rhythm you’ve known for years. Then, a loud crash echoes down the hall—steel shelving collapsing or equipment letting loose? You turn tense. It wasn’t a warehouse accident. It was…
Imagine This… You’re halfway through your morning coffee (or tea, if you’re British like me) when your trading platform suddenly goes dark. No alerts. No recovery plan. Key clients are freaking out; one even turns to Twitter to vent. Sound familiar? It’s not fiction—this happened when FIS, a major financial‐services technology vendor, suffered a power…
As the global economy reels from escalating trade tensions—particularly between the United States and key economic powers—businesses are entering a period of increased volatility. Tariff hikes, retaliatory duties, and shifting diplomatic relations are creating a high-stakes chessboard where the next move could significantly impact profits, supply chains, and even long-term market viability. So how can…
Cyberattacks are no longer an “if” but a “when.” Organizations invest heavily in cybersecurity tools, firewalls, and endpoint detection, yet many still fail miserably when an actual incident occurs. Why? Because incident response isn’t just about having a plan—it’s about execution. Even the most well-documented response plans can fall apart under real-world pressure. Teams hesitate,…
Cyberattacks don’t just expose technical weaknesses—they expose operational failures. Many organizations believe that they are ready because they have an incident response (IR) plan on paper. But in reality, most plans fail miserably during crises. The only way to truly validate your organization’s preparedness is through functional exercises—real-world simulations that test your response capabilities. These…
As businesses continue to invest in cyber security, it’s important to make sure that your team is prepared to handle a real-world attack. Tabletop exercises are a great way to test your team’s response and identify any weaknesses in your systems, processes and capabilities. In this post, we’ll share some tips on how to run…
In an era of unprecedented challenges, from the recent terrorist attacks in New Orleans to cyberattacks on the US government to supply chain disruptions, executives are under pressure to ensure their organizations are not just surviving but thriving. Yet, many leaders remain siloed in their understanding of risk, focusing only on their immediate areas of…
In today’s volatile business environment, organizations face a myriad of threats, from cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions. For executive leadership teams, preparation is critical. Tabletop exercises offer a practical, low-risk way to test strategies, improve decision-making, and build organizational resilience. This step-by-step guide provides actionable instructions to help you design effective tabletop exercises tailored for…
In today’s unpredictable world, resilience is more than a buzzword; it’s a business necessity. Organizations face growing risks from natural disasters and cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions and reputational crises. But here’s the good news: investing in resilience doesn’t just protect your organization—it can also deliver a measurable return on investment (ROI). Let’s explore how…
Why Executive Leadership Needs to Drive Cybersecurity Preparedness In today’s interconnected world, cyber threats are no longer the sole concern of IT departments. Executive leadership has a pivotal role in ensuring the resilience of an organization. A successful cybersecurity tabletop exercise not only sharpens response strategies but also empowers leadership to navigate financial, operational, and…