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How AI Agents Are Transforming Crisis Management and Simulation Exercises
Crisis management has always required speed, clarity, and coordination under pressure. Yet many organizations still rely on manual processes, static plans, and inconsistent training approaches. As threats become more complex,…
PreparedEx at ICMC 2026: Connecting, Learning, and Advancing Crisis Leadership
PreparedEx is excited to announce that we will be attending the International Crisis Management Conference (ICMC) 2026, where we’ll also be hosting a dedicated booth on-site. ICMC continues to be one of the premier global gatherings for crisis management, resilience, and emergency leadership professionals – bringing together practitioners, decision-makers, and…
When Digital Systems Fail: Building a Personal Backup Plan for Your Money
Article written by Dani Andrews In an increasingly digital world, convenience often comes at the cost of resilience. Most people now rely on a handful of financial apps, a primary bank account, and one or two payment methods to manage their daily transactions. It works until it doesn’t. Digital systems…
Most Organizations Run Crisis Exercises. Few Can Prove Their Preparedness.
This guide shows you how to measure, benchmark, and prove the ROI of crisis readiness—so you know you’re truly prepared. The Problem Most Organizations Don’t See Coming A global healthcare system runs a cyber incident tabletop. The leadership team performs well—decisions are made quickly; communications are clear, and the exercise…
The Risk Landscape Has Changed: What the Iran Conflict Means for Your Organization’s Exposure
When Geopolitics Becomes a Business Disruption In 2026, organizations including Stryker Corporation were reported to have experienced cyber incidents linked to Iranian-aligned threat actors, alongside confirmed targeting of U.S. water systems, healthcare providers, and industrial infrastructure – signaling a shift toward sector-wide disruption rather than isolated attacks. While attribution in…
Flying Into the Fire: Why War-Driven Risks Are the New Reality for Drone Companies
A drone operator supporting infrastructure inspections overseas wakes up to find their systems locked. A message flashes across the screen—data exfiltrated, operations halted. The next day, a protest formed outside their regional office. Demonstrators accuse the company of enabling surveillance and military operations for a foreign adversary—activities they claim have been linked to violations…
When War Breaks Out: What Businesses Should Be Doing to Prepare and Protect Their Operations
War is often perceived as a geopolitical issue affecting governments, militaries, and national security agencies. But in today’s interconnected global economy, armed conflict rarely remains confined to the battlefield. Even when the conflict occurs overseas, the ripple effects can reach businesses thousands of miles away through disrupted supply chains, cyber activity, regulatory…