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The End of Check-the-Box Exercises: Why Organizations Need More Than Just a Test
In this episode of the PreparedEx Podcast, Rob discusses why the traditional “check-the-box” approach to crisis exercises is no longer enough. As organizations face more complex risks, increased regulatory scrutiny, and higher expectations from boards, customers, and stakeholders, exercises must do more than satisfy a requirement. They need to validate…
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Preparing for Crises within Healthcare – An Interview with William Dunne
In episode 112 of the podcast, we interviewed William Dunne Lead Expert Crisis Management and Emergency Services expert at Penn State Health. William spoke about his wealth of experience in emergency and crisis management. Topics covered ranged from planning, crisis communications, COVID and the medical industry and of course, simulation exercises. You won’t want to…
How to Design and Deliver Engaging and Successful Tabletop Exercises
In episode 111 of the podcast, we interviewed Lester Chng of BMO Financial. We covered some good ground in this episode. Lester talks about his career as well as scenario planning through well designed tabletop and other types of simulation exercises. Lester has some stories too. Don’t miss this episode.
Finding Gaps During Exercises and Creating a Remediation Plan
In episode 110 Rob discusses the importance of creating a remediation plan after you have completed you after action report from your exercise or real incident. More Content: Remediation Planning Blog Post
Fire Drills – an Interview with Jack Murphy
In episode 109 Rob interviews Jack Murphy a Former Fire Chief from New Jersey. Jack’s background in fire safety and emergency preparedness planning for buildings is second to none. Related Articles:
Workplace Emergency Drills
In episode 108 Rob discuss the importance of emergency drills within the workplace. From fire drills in the post-covid era to active shooter drills, Rob breaks down easy-to-follow steps that will help you create your own emergency drill program. Link: https://preparedex.com/essential-emergency-drills-for-the-workplace/
The Real Cost of Creating and Delivering Tabletop Exercises
In episode 107 of the podcast Rob discusses the real cost of designing, delivering and evaluation tabletop exercises. He breaks down the costs and gives dollar amounts for each step of the process. Check out the Blog: The Real Cost of a Tabletop Exercise: What Goes Into Creating a Successful One
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