Latest News and Articles
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…
How to Prepare for Financial Crisis Management
Article written by Dani Andrews Regardless of how long you’ve been running your business, it’s normal to experience crises over the years. While you cannot completely eliminate the risks and threats to your business’s growth and success, the first step to risk management is recognizing the common examples of business…
The Critical Role of Ransomware Tabletop Exercises in Hospital Crisis Management
In the digital age, hospitals are not only centers of healthcare but also hubs of vast data and technology-dependent operations. The threat of ransomware—malicious software that encrypts files and demands a ransom for their release—poses a significant risk to the continuity of critical healthcare services. As a hospital crisis manager,…
The Value of AR and Smart Technologies for Crisis Management
Article written by Dani Andrews Technology is advancing rapidly and becoming more integrated into various industries; crisis management is no exception. Augmented reality (AR) and smart technologies are revolutionizing crisis management by increasing immersion and providing data-backed insights and information. A review published in Frontiers in Virtual Reality notes that…
Rob Burton Delivers Tabletop Exercise at ICMC 2024
On day-one of the 9th Annual International Crisis Management Conference, Rob Burton, Managing Director of PreparedEx, will be delivering a tabletop exercise during his session as well as discussing simulation exercise best practices. ICMC 2024 will be held live in Newport, RI on June 5-6, 2024. Click HERE to learn…
The Master Events Log v The Incident Action Plan
For crisis management documentation, should the Master Event Log (MEL) be separate from the Incident Action Plan (IAP), and why? Maintaining clear, organized documentation in crisis management is crucial for effective response and recovery. The Master Event Log and the Incident Action Plan serve distinct, albeit complementary, roles in crisis…
Your Guide to Active Shooter Warehouse Tabletop Exercises
In today’s world, the possibility of encountering an active shooter situation is a reality that no business can afford to ignore. For warehouse operations, where many employees work in expansive facilities, the threat presents unique challenges that demand careful planning and swift action. In this article, we’ll explore the dynamics…