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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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Proactive Preparedness: How Businesses Must Plan Ahead for Disasters like Hurricane Helene
In episode 144 of the PreparedEx podcast, we delve into the critical role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in disaster response, focusing on the recent experiences during Hurricane Helene. FEMA’s push for PPP over the past several years has laid the groundwork, but it’s during real-world events that the actual value of these partnerships becomes evident….
PreparedEx Update: New service vExPro™ – Your Path to Crisis Management Excellence Starts Here
Overview of vExPro Development and Launch Customer Impact
Testing Your Defenses: The Critical Role of Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises with Jake Paulson
In episode 142 of the PreparedEx podcast, we delve into the critical world of cybersecurity tabletop exercises with expert Jake Paulson. As cyber threats continue to evolve, organizations must be prepared to respond to incidents that could disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and damage reputations. Jake Paulson shares his insights on how to design, execute,…
Enhancing Crisis Preparedness with Realistic Tabletop Exercises
In this episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we delve into the critical role of tabletop exercises (TTXs) in boosting organizational crisis preparedness. Our guest, a seasoned expert in crisis management, discusses how to design and implement highly realistic TTXs that go beyond the basics to truly test and improve an organization’s response strategies. We explore…
Protecting Your Digital Footprint: An Insight into Privacy with Justin Sellars of 360 Privacy
In this episode of the PreparedEx Podcast, we sit down with Justin Sellars of 360 Privacy, to discuss the ever-important topic of digital privacy. As our lives become increasingly digital, protecting our personal information has never been more crucial. Justin shares his expertise on digital privacy, common threats, and actionable strategies to enhance your online…
Cyber Defense Frontline: Crafting the Ultimate Incident Response Tabletop Exercises
Join host Rob Burton in the 139th episode of Cyber Defense Frontline as we delve into the critical world of incident response tabletop exercises. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to bolster their organization’s cyber defense capabilities. We’ll walk you through the meticulous process of designing and executing effective tabletop exercises, from initial…

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