VIDEO: Catching Up With Rob Burton – California Earthquakes and PreparedEx
Catching up with Rob Burton – California earthquakes, new PreparedEx content and more!
As the global economy reels from escalating trade tensions—particularly between the United States and key economic powers—businesses are entering a period of increased volatility. Tariff hikes, retaliatory duties, and shifting diplomatic relations are creating a high-stakes chessboard where the next move could significantly impact profits, supply chains, and even long-term market viability. So how can…
In this first episode of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob Burton discusses the characteristics of an issue vs. a crisis.
We specialize in chaos. In fact, we create chaos by developing simulated crisis exercises that test and validate crisis teams at all levels of an organization. In this blog I’m going to discuss three crisis scenarios that we have found to be of serious concern to organizations in various sectors. There are three kinds…
The ability to understand and act on information quickly is one of the most important skills during any crisis. Without information, Situational Awareness can’t be achieved. In this short video, Rob Burton discusses how you can manage information better so that your organization can create a Common Operating Picture, which helps especially when dealing with…
The Crisis Management Team’s (CMT) role during a physical event may vary depending on the scale and complexity of the emergency. Knowing what to do during such events is essential. In the early stages of a physical event, the CMT needs to be organized. Making timely and accurate decisions due to the team being well…
In today’s unpredictable world, resilience is more than a buzzword; it’s a business necessity. Organizations face growing risks from natural disasters and cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions and reputational crises. But here’s the good news: investing in resilience doesn’t just protect your organization—it can also deliver a measurable return on investment (ROI). Let’s explore how…