Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely Aligned 

Why Physical Security and Cybersecurity Must Be Closely Aligned 

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…

Tabletop Exercise

The Real Cost of a Tabletop Exercise: What Goes Into Creating a Successful One

According to IBM’s 2024 Data Breach Report, the staggering financial impact of data breaches reached a global average of $4.88 million!. The report goes on to state that, “75% of the increase in average breach costs in this year’s study was due to the cost of lost business and post-breach response activities.”  Of course, it’s…

The Top 10 Reasons to Conduct a Cybersecurity Exercise

The Top 10 Reasons to Conduct a Cybersecurity Exercise

In today’s hyper-connected world, the threat landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. Organizations face constant cyber threats, ranging from ransomware attacks to phishing schemes, supply chain vulnerabilities, and insider threats. While technology solutions like firewalls and encryption play a critical role in defense, one of the most impactful ways to prepare for cyber…

Storytelling

Your Guide to Using Storytelling for Crisis Preparedness

In today’s dynamic and unpredictable business landscape, effectively managing crises is paramount for any organization’s success and continuity. Crisis simulation exercises have emerged as invaluable tools for assessing and enhancing an organization’s readiness to respond to various threats and challenges. However, the traditional approach to these exercises often overlooks a crucial element: storytelling. In this…

Enhancing Crisis Preparedness: A Deep Dive into the PreparedEx Scenario Library within the vExPro™ Service 

Enhancing Crisis Preparedness: A Deep Dive into the PreparedEx Scenario Library within the vExPro™ Service 

In today’s risk-laden landscape, organizations face a range of potential crises, from cyber incidents to natural disasters. Ensuring that teams are ready to handle these challenges is critical, and PreparedEx’s vExPro™ service, featuring its Scenario Library, offers a powerful solution to meet this need. This unique service provides a collection of entirely customized scenarios tailored…

8 Stages of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment  

8 Stages of a Resilience Program Maturity Assessment  

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…

How to Prepare Your Office for a Day of Outdoor Crisis Training

How to Prepare Your Office for a Day of Outdoor Crisis Training

Article written by Dani Andrews According to a Wells Fargo survey, 71% of Americans don’t have a detailed emergency plan in case a natural disaster strikes. Given the changing climate and the increase in extreme natural phenomena, being ill-prepared for outdoor crises can significantly compromise safety. Crisis training is an excellent way to help keep…

Introducing the vExPro™ Scenario Library: Enhancing Preparedness with Tailored Micro Scenarios  

Introducing the vExPro™ Scenario Library: Enhancing Preparedness with Tailored Micro Scenarios  

Organizations must be prepared for various scenarios in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing environment. The vExPro™ scenario library is designed to address this need by providing a comprehensive and customizable approach to scenario planning. Here’s a closer look at what the vExPro™ scenario library offers and how it can benefit your organization.   Current Scenario Planning: Types…

4 Common Incident Response Tabletop Exercise Mistakes 

4 Common Incident Response Tabletop Exercise Mistakes 

Tabletop exercises are invaluable when it comes to assessing your organization’s readiness for cyber incidents. Think of them as fire drills—but for cyber threats. These exercises bring together key teams, testing not only their technical responses but also their coordination, decision-making, and communication during stressful situations. If done right, they uncover gaps, improve workflows, and…

Unlock Unmatched Crisis Management Excellence with vExPro™  

Unlock Unmatched Crisis Management Excellence with vExPro™  

Your Path to Crisis Management Excellence Starts Here   In today’s unpredictable world, crisis preparedness is critical to organizational success. PreparedEx is proud to introduce vExPro™, a best-in-class service designed to elevate your crisis management capabilities through expertly crafted exercises, continuous support, and strategic advisory.    What is vExPro™?   vExPro™ isn’t just another crisis management service—it’s a…