resilience

Business Continuity

From Compliance to Confidence: Why UK Financial Services Firms Are Still Struggling with Operational Resilience
ByRob Burton August 20, 2026August 20, 2026

On March 31, 2025, the transition period for the UK’s operational resilience framework ended. Financial institutions regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) were expected to have identified their Important Business Services, established impact tolerances, mapped critical dependencies, and tested their ability to remain within those tolerances during disruption. [fca.org.uk],…

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Crisis Management

When Digital Systems Fail: Building a Personal Backup Plan for Your Money
ByPreparedex Admin May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Article written by Dani Andrews In an increasingly digital world, convenience often comes at the cost of resilience. Most people now rely on a handful of financial apps, a primary bank account, and one or two payment methods to manage their daily transactions. It works until it doesn’t. Digital systems fail more often than many…

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Tabletop Exercises

Most Organizations Run Crisis Exercises. Few Can Prove Their Preparedness.
ByRob Burton April 15, 2026May 5, 2026

This guide shows you how to measure, benchmark, and prove the ROI of crisis readiness—so you know you’re truly prepared. The Problem Most Organizations Don’t See Coming A global healthcare system runs a cyber incident tabletop. The leadership team performs well—decisions are made quickly; communications are clear, and the exercise ends with confidence. Six months…

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Tabletop Exercises

Your Trusted Partner in Budgeting for Resilience
ByRob Burton August 27, 2025September 2, 2025

As we look toward 2026, many of our clients are already thinking about their budgets. At PreparedEx, we know that resilience planning, training, and exercises aren’t just “line items”—they’re investments in your people, your reputation, and your ability to lead when it matters most. That’s why we like to make this part of the process…

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Crisis Management

Why Executives Need to Understand Business Risks and the Role of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment
ByRob Burton February 24, 2025April 13, 2026

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…

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Crisis Management

The ROI of Implementing or Updating Your Organization’s Resilience Program
ByRob Burton January 21, 2025April 13, 2026

In today’s unpredictable world, resilience is more than a buzzword; it’s a business necessity. Organizations face growing risks from natural disasters and cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions and reputational crises. But here’s the good news: investing in resilience doesn’t just protect your organization—it can also deliver a measurable return on investment (ROI). Let’s explore how…

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Podcast

12 Lessons in Crisis Leadership: Insights from the Front Lines – Part 2
ByPreparedex Admin December 11, 2024May 28, 2025

In episode 148 of the PreparedEx Podcast, we continue our exploration of essential crisis leadership lessons with part 2 of our series. Building on the foundational insights from episode 147, this episode delves into lessons 7 through 12, offering deeper perspectives on navigating crises. We discuss advanced strategies for maintaining composure under pressure, the importance…

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Podcast

12 Lessons in Crisis Leadership: Insights from the Front Lines – Part 1
ByPreparedex Admin December 2, 2024May 28, 2025

In episode 147 of the PreparedEx Podcast, we delve into key lessons learned from countless crisis simulation exercises conducted with executive teams. These sessions, designed to test leadership strategies under intense pressure, reveal invaluable insights into how top leaders make critical decisions, communicate effectively, and guide their organizations through crises. Join us as we explore…

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Crisis Management

8 Stages of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment
ByRob Burton November 14, 2024April 13, 2026

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…

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Crisis Management

PreparedEx Launches Resilience Program Maturity Assessment (RPMA) Service to Bolster Organizational Preparedness
ByPreparedex Admin November 13, 2024March 17, 2026

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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