Exercise Objectives
In this 15th episode of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob discusses the importance of exercise objectives.
In today’s ever-changing business landscape, companies are expected to operate smoothly, no matter the circumstances. One element essential for this seamless operation is a well-prepared crisis and emergency plan. Unfortunately, many businesses lean on generic scenarios, which may not adequately address their unique challenges and potential risks. In this article, we’ll delve into the advantages…
2017 has seen some historic storms in North America and South Asia. There’s been a significant increase in cyber-attacks on major businesses such as Equifax and Uber. In the UK the NHS was affected by the WannaCry attack which caused a massive disruption and embarrassment for the NHS. There were many more crises throughout the…
In the ominous shadow of tectonic movements, earthquakes stand as one of the most formidable natural disasters humanity faces. Their unpredictability and potential for vast destruction make them events that no one can afford to ignore. From the rumbling streets of San Francisco in 1906 to the devastating tremors in Japan in 2011, history has…
How does your organization prepare for crises? Have you been through the planning process thoroughly? In this interview, we speak with WeWork’s crisis and emergency preparedness manager Michael Gladstone. He talks about the difference between planning in high threat places and those safer or less vulnerable environment. He also spoke about technology and how it’s…
In this third installment of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob discusses the role of the Crisis Coordinator, from horizon scanning, through recovery and “lessons learned”.
During a crisis, leaders are often faced with several problems. In order to solve those problems, they need to make decisions. In order to make well informed decisions, leaders should analyze the intelligence that they receive to ensure its accurate and current. There might be several decisions that need to be made prior to solving…
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