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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…
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 cybersecurity tabletop exercise not only sharpens response strategies but also empowers leadership…
Enhancing Cyber Resilience: The Role of Incident Response Exercises for CISOs
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 Breach Report, the average cost of a breach reached $4.88 million,…
Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely Aligned
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 integrate these two areas to avoid exposing themselves to significant vulnerabilities, operational…
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 business and post-breach…
The Crucial Role of Crisis Communications During Incidents and Crises
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 communication in times of trouble, shaping the narrative and safeguarding the organization’s reputation. This…
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 solutions like firewalls and encryption play a critical role in defense, one of the most impactful…