Will Operational Resilience Change Crisis Managment? In an ever-changing world, organizations face various challenges that can disrupt their operations. Crises can strike anytime, from natural disasters to cybersecurity breaches and pandemics. The traditional approach to crisis management has been reactive, focusing on containing and mitigating damage once an incident occurs. However, the concept of operational
Introduction to Crisis Control Effectiveness In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, navigating and mitigating crises effectively is a hallmark of successful organizations. Whether it’s a cyberattack, natural disaster, or a public relations nightmare, being prepared to manage and overcome crises is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. In this article, we will explore the concept of
Today’s Crisis Managers Are Evolving The required skills and attributes of today’s crisis managers are evolving. However, some valued capabilities remain the same. In this blog, I will share some of the trends I see in the field and share overall competencies that anyone in the role can cultivate. There’s also an overview of how
Why We Are Talking About Polycrisis Events With all of the buzz out there, it is hard not to consider that a policycrisis is on the horizon. Depending on who you talk to, some believe we are already experiencing it. Experts warn of severe crises that can simultaneously affect the world and your company. Others
Will he or won’t he? As we learn about the criminal indictment of former President Trump, I thought it timely to share tips for civil unrest events. Companies across the United States are considering potential business disruptions and threats to their employees from political unrest. During COVID-19, it was recognized that the pandemic fueled or
Train derailment disaster in East Palestine, Ohio After the recent train derailment disaster in East Palestine, Ohio, many of you are likely considering how to provide employee support after a hazardous event. Hazardous events potentially threaten people, the environment, or property. These events can take many forms, ranging from natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, hurricanes,
What’s on the minds of CEOs this year? The Conference Board shared the C-suite’s 2023 outlook on crisis preparedness on January 25th. Like me, you are probably interested in knowing what is on the executives’ minds. I recommend watching the on-demand webcast and reading the report. It is a window into senior leadership strategy this
Executive presence elevates resilience We have all heard about executive presence and how it helps elevate our organizational effectiveness. However, you might wonder if you have the Right Stuff. Like the astronauts in the movie, we may push ourselves to the limit to achieve great things. However, without building the right set of skills, we’ll
Introduction When a professional is new or transitioning into the discipline, it is helpful to understand what conferences and resilience resources are available. Engagement in ongoing education and developing your skills is vital to success in any professional discipline. In What Are Business Continuity Certifications? I recommended that one option for BCM practitioners is to
The value of exercising for resilience For this blog, I’m sharing the importance of exercises for Resilience and why the effort aids in crisis prevention and mitigation. If you are in the profession, you know that an exercise component is one of the foundational elements of Resilience or a Business Continuity Management program. So, I
