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AI Can’t Read the Room: Why Human Facilitators Are Still the Most Powerful Tool in Crisis Preparedness
By an exercise facilitator who has run hundreds of simulations, watched leadership teams under pressure, and learned one essential truth: when people are stressed, technology steps aside and the human…
Comparing In-Person and Virtual Tabletop Exercises: Pros and Cons
Tabletop exercises are an essential component of crisis management and preparedness. They provide organizations with an opportunity to simulate and test their response capabilities in a controlled environment. However, with the rise of virtual communication and remote work, the debate between in-person and virtual tabletop exercises has gained prominence. In…
Feeling the Heat: The Impacts of Heat on a Community and Its Businesses
As the mercury rises, the question of how heat affects communities and their businesses is one that is increasingly relevant. Whether a slow simmering heatwave or an abrupt spike in temperatures, intense heat can have significant consequences for individuals, communities, and local businesses. A community is like a living organism,…
From Kriegsspiel to Crisis Management: The Evolution and Impact of Scenario Planning in Business Strategy
Scenario planning is not a recent invention. The genesis of this essential decision-making tool dates back to the times of the Cold War, where it played a pivotal role in military strategy, which is known as ‘War Gaming’. It has now transcended its military origins to become a vital part…
Why Digital Marketing Should Be Part of Your Crisis Management
Article written by Dani Andrews Regarding any business crisis, communication is vital to avoid delays in response. However, this can be incredibly challenging for unprepared organizations. A new study found that only 49% of surveyed US companies have a formal crisis communication plan, with almost a quarter not having one or…
Navigating Regulatory Changes: A Tabletop Exercise Approach to Assessing Risk
As the business landscape becomes increasingly complex and global, companies are faced with a myriad of regulatory changes that present both opportunities and challenges. Understanding the potential risk these regulatory shifts carry, and preparing for them, is integral to business resilience. A tabletop exercise approach can be instrumental in assessing…
Navigating Climate Risk: The Tabletop Exercise Approach
Understanding and managing climate risk has become a business imperative in our rapidly changing world. Industries across the globe are feeling the brunt of climate change, necessitating immediate, thoughtful action. One effective approach is to incorporate climate risk management strategies into operational procedures via a tabletop exercise (TTX) scenario approach…