War Gaming the Trade War: How Businesses Can Strategically Navigate the Global Tariff Landscape

War Gaming the Trade War: How Businesses Can Strategically Navigate the Global Tariff Landscape

ByRob Burton

As the global economy reels from escalating trade tensions—particularly between the United States and key economic powers—businesses are entering a period of increased volatility. Tariff hikes, retaliatory duties, and shifting diplomatic relations are creating a high-stakes chessboard where the next move could significantly impact profits, supply chains, and even long-term market viability.  So how can…

Why Executives Need to Understand Business Risks and the Role of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment 

Why Executives Need to Understand Business Risks and the Role of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment 

ByRob Burton

In an era of unprecedented challenges, from the recent terrorist attacks in New Orleans to cyberattacks on the US government to supply chain disruptions, executives are under pressure to ensure their organizations are not just surviving but thriving. Yet, many leaders remain siloed in their understanding of risk, focusing only on their immediate areas of…

Why You Need To Integrate SEO Into Your Crisis Management Plans

Why You Need To Integrate SEO Into Your Crisis Management Plans

ByPreparedex Admin

Article written by Dani Andrews Amid rising disruptions to global economic and social standards, crisis management services have increased in demand. So much so, in fact, that a recent worldwide forecast from the data analysis provider Grand Market Insights estimates that the crisis management market is estimated to be worth around $121.4 billion. From 2024…

Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely Aligned 

Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely Aligned 

ByRob Burton

In today’s hyper-connected world, physical and cybersecurity are no longer distinct silos. The increasing convergence of digital systems with physical infrastructure has created a new reality: threats to one domain often pose risks to the other. Organizations must integrate these two areas to avoid exposing themselves to significant vulnerabilities, operational disruptions, and regulatory challenges. A…

When CEOs Face the Storm: 12 Lessons in Crisis Leadership 

When CEOs Face the Storm: 12 Lessons in Crisis Leadership 

ByRob Burton

We design, deliver, and evaluate numerous crisis simulation exercises for executive teams each year, rigorously testing leadership strategies under high-pressure scenarios. Drawing from insights gained across this year’s exercises, including 12 executive-level sessions, we’ve uncovered invaluable lessons on how top leaders navigate uncertainty, make critical decisions, and guide their organizations through crises.  1. Top Leaders…

8 Stages of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment  

8 Stages of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment  

ByRob Burton

Conducting a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment (RPMA) is critical in understanding an organization’s resilience level and readiness to withstand disruptions. This process is invaluable for identifying strengths, gaps, and areas for improvement, allowing businesses to make informed decisions about their resilience programs. PreparedEx’s RPMA service is designed to guide organizations through a structured, efficient, and…

PreparedEx Launches Resilience Program Maturity Assessment (RPMA) Service to Bolster Organizational Preparedness 

PreparedEx Launches Resilience Program Maturity Assessment (RPMA) Service to Bolster Organizational Preparedness 

ByPreparedex Admin

November 13, 2024 – In a world where resilience has become an essential component of business strategy, PreparedEx is excited to announce the launch of its latest offering, the Resilience Program Maturity Assessment (RPMA). This new service is designed to provide organizations with a comprehensive evaluation of their resilience programs, covering crisis management, business continuity,…

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Proactive Preparedness: How Businesses Must Plan Ahead for Disasters like Hurricane Helene 

ByPreparedex Admin

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….

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AI, Robotics, and the New Era of Crisis Preparedness

ByRob Burton

Article written by Dani Andrews As the need for more comprehensive and detailed risk management plans for more complex crises continues to grow, technology like artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics will play a key role in ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and speed in strategizing. AI and robotics work differently; the former excels in processing data and…

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Beyond the Outage: Effective After-Action Reporting and Remediation Planning 

ByRob Burton

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, incidents and disruptions are inevitable. Whether it’s a full-scale cyber attack or a simulated breach during a tabletop exercise, the critical response phase doesn’t end when the immediate threat is mitigated. What follows is just as crucial: the after-action reporting and remediation planning process. This phase involves a thorough…