Exercise Process
In this 14th episode of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob discusses the 5-steps of the Exercise Process.
In this first episode of the Whiteboard Wednesday video series, Rob Burton discusses the characteristics of an issue vs. a crisis.
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 risks already identified. In this short video clip from the Crisis Coordinator Webinar Series, Rob Burton discusses the important task of Horizon Scanning by your Crisis Management Team….
Imagine you are sitting at your desk one ordinary working day, typing away on your computer when suddenly, the lights go out, the air conditioning stops, and your computer shuts down. A major power outage has occurred, paralyzing your organization’s activities and triggering a ripple effect of disruptions throughout the operational cycle. Power is a…
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, organizations face a myriad of threats ranging from cyberattacks to natural disasters. To navigate these challenges, implementing tabletop exercises has become a pivotal strategy. However, the true effectiveness of these exercises’ hinges on a critical component: remediation planning. This blog post delves into why remediation planning is not…
Warning: The following reveals a deep and personal secret of the author. Proceed at your own risk. There is a commercial airing right now where a girl says “when I had acne, I made up all kinds of excuses to stay in.” The commercial cuts to her saying things like “I heard that restaurant is…
As a tool, tabletop exercises, when run effectively and correctly, can be extremely impactful not just to the team, but for the organization. However, as a facilitator of these events, you only have one short window to attain interest and commitment for future sessions. This is a vital step in your journey to building a…
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