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Milestone Moments: Announcing the 10th Annual International Crisis Management ConferenceÂ
In this milestone 150th episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we're excited to unveil the 10th Annual International Crisis Management Conference. Discover what's in store for this year's event, including key themes, speakers, and networking opportunities that make this...
Tabletop Exercises for Cybersecurity Leadership ExcellenceÂ
As a CISO or technology leader, your organization's ability to respond swiftly to incidents is critical.  SCHEDULE A CALL Most organizations struggle with their incident response tabletop exercises due to: Unrealistic Scenarios: Exercises that don’t accurately...
The Power of Executive Leadership in Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises
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...
Enhancing Cyber Resilience: The Role of Incident Response Exercises for CISOsÂ
The rise of sophisticated cyber threats continues to challenge businesses globally. For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), the pressure to fortify defenses and respond effectively to incidents has never been greater. According to IBM's 2024 Cost of a Data...
Navigating the Top Business Threats in Southeast Asia: Insights with Ruben Hoornveld
In this episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we sit down with Ruben Hoornveld, a seasoned expert in crisis and risk management and regional strategy, to explore the top threats facing businesses in Southeast Asia. From cybersecurity challenges to natural disasters,...
Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely AlignedÂ
In today's hyper-connected world, physical and cybersecurity are no longer distinct silos. The increasing convergence of digital systems with physical infrastructure has created a new reality: threats to one domain often pose risks to the other. Organizations must...
The Real Cost of a Tabletop Exercise: What Goes Into Creating a Successful One
According to IBM's 2024 Data Breach Report, the staggering financial impact of data breaches reached a global average of $4.88 million!. The report goes on to state that, "75% of the increase in average breach costs in this year’s study was due to the cost of lost...
The Crucial Role of Crisis Communications During Incidents and CrisesÂ
In today's uncertain and often tumultuous landscape, crisis management has become a critical component for businesses and organizations of all sizes. At the heart of this stands the Crisis Communications Department. This crucial entity orchestrates strategic...
The Top 10 Reasons to Conduct a Cybersecurity Exercise
In today’s hyper-connected world, the threat landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. Organizations face constant cyber threats, ranging from ransomware attacks to phishing schemes, supply chain vulnerabilities, and insider threats. While technology...
12 Lessons in Crisis Leadership: Insights from the Front Lines – Part 2Â
In episode 148 of the PreparedEx Podcast, we continue our exploration of essential crisis leadership lessons with part 2 of our series. Building on the foundational insights from episode 147, this episode delves into lessons 7 through 12, offering deeper perspectives...