There is a question that is often asked in private but ever-present as the proverbial “elephant in the room” when it comes to the relationship between an organization’s information security (InfoSec) and crisis management functions: “Why is this always so difficult?” Organizations face various daily threats, ranging from cyberattacks to natural disasters. Critical functions like …
Special Needs and Emergency Preparedness: Tailored Advice for Individuals with Disabilities
The following statement will not surprise individuals with chronic medical conditions or disabilities or their caregivers. Emergencies can happen unexpectedly, and their effects can be disruptive and potentially devastating. That’s why there is often training, medication, equipment, and basic plans to respond to the most common disruptions or emergencies that may affect their needs and …
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Effective Hurricane Planning: Essential Steps for Resilience
As climate change continues to influence weather patterns worldwide, the frequency and intensity of hurricanes have become more pronounced. Regardless of location or industry, organizations must recognize the increasing threat and take proactive measures to prepare and plan for hurricanes. This article delves into why organizations must initiate hurricane preparedness efforts early and offer actionable …
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Intelligence Briefing: Threats and Risks Associated with the 2024 United States Elections
The upcoming United States elections pose significant operational risks, necessitating proactive measures for organizations to mitigate potential impacts and ensure resilience. The upcoming 2024 presidential election has the potential to introduce a variety of uncommon yet severe and significant challenges. These include potential issues such as voter manipulation and physical violence, which have prompted authorities …
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The Limitations of Solo Consultants in Resiliency
In the fast-paced business world of today, companies are placing a high priority on developing resilience to overcome challenges and uncertainties. Whether building from scratch, renovating a cumbersome business continuity lifecycle, or devising an enterprise crisis escalation process, determining where to start and how to get there can take time and effort. To enhance their …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #169: Lessons learned from 8 years of working with clients on their resilience programs
In Episode #169 of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryghtpath Principal & Chief Executive Bryan Strawser, along with Senior Consultant Bray Wheeler, discuss lessons learned from eight years of working with clients. Topics discussed included leveraging your consulting partner to accomplish your strategic objectives, crisis communications & reputation management, relationships within your organization, underutilizing expertise, crisis …
Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #87: Over-respond but don’t overreact
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryghtpath Principal & Chief Executive Bryan Strawser, along with Consultant Bray Wheeler, discuss the need to “over-respond”, in a manner of speaking, but not overreacting – when it comes to establishing your crisis management framework and your own importance as a leader within your organization. Related Episodes …
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Managing Uncertainty Podcast – Episode #86: Make yourself important
In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryghtpath Principal & Chief Executive Bryan Strawser, along with Consultant Bray Wheeler, discuss making yourself important as your organization’s security, continuity, resilience, or disaster recovery leader. Related Episodes & Blog Posts Episode #21: I hope you dance Episode #46: Interacting with the C-Suite Episode #84: Making the case …
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