Crisis Management Policy
Welcome to week 7 of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series. In this video, Rob breaks down Crisis Management Policy.
Crisis response strategies are purposeful actions taken to reduce the negative effects of a crisis on an organization and its stakeholders, and are critical resources for limiting negative effects on the organization’s reputation. The dynamic nature of crises make it difficult to plan for specific responses, so it important to be flexible. In this short…
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…
In today’s climate-conscious world, renewable energy companies are the poster children of a sustainable future. With an increasing number of nations shifting their focus from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro, the industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. However, like any other sector, operating a renewable energy company on a global…
One of my favorite George Carlin quotes is, “I never worry that ALL hell will break loose. My concerns is that a PART of hell will break loose. It’ll be much harder to detect.” I have always loved that quote because it’s true in the lives of crisis management professionals. Many times, we write…
It’s not news: media headlines tell shocking stories of organizational crises every. single. day. Moreover, while some crises happen suddenly, they are much more likely to smolder, perhaps for years before they erupt. A crisis may not be shock and awe, but can still derail your organization. A crisis threatens or damages sales, profits, or…
During the month of May, Rob Burton is focusing on Horizon Scanning and why this tool should be implemented into your crisis management team’s tool kit. Predicting Crises Through Horizon Scanning Horizon Scanning is a systematic examination of potential threats, opportunities and future developments, which may have the potential to create new risks or change the character of…
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