Crisis management is an essential aspect of running a successful organization. The ability to effectively respond to unexpected situations can determine the survival and continuity of any business. One of the most valuable tools in the crisis management arsenal is the tabletop exercise. These simulated scenarios help organizations prepare for potential crises by testing their…
1. Anticipate What Could Go Wrong During the Simulation Exercise During the exercise, it is important to anticipate what could go wrong in order to challenge participants and create a realistic problem-solving experience. As issues arise, think through how they can be addressed in the context of the simulation. 2. Acknowledge Emotions & Stress Levels …
In part one of Post Exercise Activities, Rob Burton discussed some of the information that should be collected at the conclusion of the exercise. In this short video clip from the Crisis Coordinator Webinar Series, Rob discusses how to prepare for the After Action Conference. Do you have questions regarding post exercise activities? Contact us today!
At the end of your exercise, it is the time to gather information to be included in the After Action Report (AAR). To prepare the AAR, exercise evaluators analyze data collected from the hot wash, debrief, Participant Feedback Forms, and other sources (e.g., plans, policies, procedures, criteria developed for the exercise, standards within the industry,…
A crisis can happen to any organization, no matter how big or small. When a crisis does occur, it is important that the leadership team is prepared to handle it effectively. Unfortunately, many organizations fail in crisis management due to a number of reasons. In this blog post, we will outline ten of the most…
Exercise evaluators are provided a MSEL and will use it to assist in identifying events they must monitor closely. Evaluators should advise exercise controllers if they have not observed some expected action by the players. This activity will assist controllers in their exercise control function. Exercise evaluators analyze data collected from the Hot Wash, Participant…
How you deliver the exercise is important. Ensuring that everyone is engaged throughout the session and that they receive the best training experience is important. If there is external participation or need for observers to access the exercise, then using online tools or exercise applications should be considered. The exercise should be held in an…
During the course of the exercise, there will be times when an issue surfaces that cannot be resolved because of exercise time constraints. We define an “issue” as something whose resolution is important to the organization’s crisis or business continuity plan, but that cannot be resolved during the time available for the exercise. These issues…
An important step in conducting a successful exercise is to ensure that final preparations are made and thoroughly checked before the start of the exercise. In this short video clip from the Crisis Coordinator Webinar Series, Rob Burton goes over the first few items on the final preparation check list. Do you have questions regarding exercise final…
The saying “a picture paints a thousand words” has never been as true in the world of simulation exercises. The only difference is that it’s not just pictures that can create realism and keep participants engaged. It has never been easier to create simulation videos, audio recordings, manipulated images, simulated social media and much more….