Plan B Consulting

MARCH 17, 2016

This week Charlie looks at the relationship between business continuity and emergency response. Within many plans that I see, there is an emergency response phase which takes place from an incident occurring to it being brought under control, and the incident no longer being a threat to ‘life and limb’.

Emergency Response 52

Emergency Response Emergency Response Business Continuity Response Plan 52

Plan B Consulting

MARCH 17, 2016

This week Charlie looks at the relationship between business continuity and emergency response. Within many plans that I see, there is an emergency response phase which takes place from an incident occurring to it being brought under control, and the incident no longer being a threat to ‘life and limb’.

Emergency Response 52

Emergency Response Emergency Response Business Continuity Response Plan 52

everbridge

APRIL 8, 2025

Preparedness is the cornerstone of effective emergency management and business continuity planning. Tabletop exercises are a critical tool in developing, testing, and refining emergency response strategies. Address common issues, such as: Delays in sending emergency updates due to message drafting or approval bottlenecks.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Emergency Response Emergency Response Communications 52

FEI

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

In early 2019, FEI’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) involved a room that had been identified specifically for emergency or incident response teams to report to if a crisis occurred. They were seated at tables with critical information posted around them. Throughout this response, we have experienced multiple waves.

Emergency Response 52

Emergency Response Emergency Response Pandemic Alternate Site 52

Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2022

Before a breach, it’s critical to already have an emergency response plan, including a team of key players and the tools they need to get you back online fast. . Creating an emergency response team (ERT) is a critical step I recommend organizations take before an event. Information Security (InfoSec).

Emergency Response 105

Emergency Response Emergency Response Backup Outsourcing 105

Pure Storage

MARCH 7, 2022

All senior leaders, including CEOs, should do the following if they’re not already: Empower Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Reporting is a key part of any incident response plan, but paying it forward with early reports may help other organizations, too. Test your emergency response plans.

Response Plan 111

Response Plan Cybersecurity Backup High Availability 111

everbridge

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Gathering threat data and contextual information is needed to assess the magnitude of a risk. from a range of sources including threat intelligence feeds, IT system intelligence, public safety information, weather status and forecast, social media information, and in the case of a physical threat, data from the location of the threat.

Resilience 142

Resilience Risk Reduction Management Command Center 142

MHA Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

We are living in a golden age in terms of the easy availability of high-quality information on how organizations can make themselves more resilient. Back then, finding information on how to do anything in BC and IT disaster recovery (IT/DR) was impossible. If it has to do with doing BCM, chances are the information is out there.

BCM 98

BCM All-Hazards Disaster Recovery Hazard 98

Security Industry Association

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This shift is something that security professionals are starting to respect, and the need for support, knowledge and information exchange is critical. Develop and incorporate a drone emergency response plan (DERP) into the overall business or venue security program.

Security 105

Security Mitigation Vulnerability Emergency Response 105

Zerto

AUGUST 18, 2022

At a high level, some of the key elements of a BCP are: Information about and/or references to BC governance, policies and standards. Instructions about how to use the plan end-to-end, from activation to de-activation phases. References to Crisis Management and Emergency Response plans.

BCP 95

BCP Disaster Recovery Impact Analysis Continuity Planning 95

everbridge

MARCH 9, 2023

CIP involves a wide range of activities, such as Risk assessment Vulnerability analysis Threat detection Emergency response planning Cybersecurity measures What elements of the power grid are considered CIP? Contact us to learn how Everbridge can help safeguard your organization with a digital operations platform.

Vulnerability 105

Vulnerability Government Transportation Emergency Response 105

everbridge

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

During a hurricane, critical event managers must be able to communicate crucial safety information to the people for which they are responsible. Rapid and effective emergency communication during severe weather is key to providing real-time safety information to employees and customers. Hurricane Preparedness on Campus.

Hospitality 59

Hospitality Crisis Management Emergency Response Emergency Response 59

MHA Consulting

MARCH 16, 2023

These are adapted from Chapter 6: “Crisis Communications: Sharing Information and Protecting Your Brand,” in Crisis Management: A Handbook for BCM Professionals, by myself and Michael Herrera; available for free download here.) Most relevant is Chapter 6: “Crisis Communications: Sharing Information and Protecting Your Brand.”

Communications 98

Communications BCM Crisis Management Media 98

everbridge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Download report The role of hybrid work environments Hybrid work environments complicate traditional emergency response plans, as employees may be scattered across various locations. The significance of a comprehensive response plan A comprehensive response plan is the backbone of any effective preparedness strategy.

Activation 52

Activation Response Plan Benchmark Alert 52

FEI

JUNE 23, 2021

Keep track of newly available data and continuously generate new hypotheses based on updated information. Predict and plan for factors such as geographical spread of the virus or its variants, how local governments may respond to it, and potential intervention strategies. Develop a plan for data backup. Be ready to pivot.

Business Continuity 59

Business Continuity Pandemic Crisis Management Insurance 59

BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Cyberattacks Threat Overview : Universities are prime targets for cyberattacks due to the vast amounts of sensitive data they hold, including personal information, financial records, and research data.

Security 52

Security Emergency Planning Response Plan Audit 52

BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Cyberattacks Threat Overview : Universities are prime targets for cyberattacks due to the vast amounts of sensitive data they hold, including personal information, financial records, and research data.

Security 52

Security Emergency Planning Response Plan Audit 52

everbridge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

This real-time intelligence is critical for making informed decisions quickly. Automated communications to keep everyone informed Effective communication forms the backbone of any emergency response plan.

Alert 52

Alert Scenario Planning Communications Response Plan 52

Security Industry Association

AUGUST 25, 2023

The overwhelming amount of information available from a multitude of public sources has created an information-sharing advantage. Defining risk and need, and creating detection, tracking and interdiction (DTI) solutions that align with national, state and local laws on the domestic front is complex.

Security 94

Security Marketing Technology Activation 94

FS-ISAC

JUNE 30, 2022

But the recent directive by India’s Computer Emergency Response Team, known as CERT-IN, made headlines around the world for its requirement that firms disclose cyber incidents within just six hours. UK: Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) requires reporting an incident within 72 hours. T he Shortest Reporting Time frame Yet.

Response Plan 52

Response Plan All-Hazards Hazard Mitigation 52

everbridge

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This includes utilizing various communication channels such as email, SMS, phone calls, and social media updates to keep everyone informed and safe. Prepare for power outages Ensure you have accurate contact information for employees, customers, and stakeholders to stay connected during power outages.

Alert 59

Alert Outage Authorization Communications 59

everbridge

AUGUST 25, 2024

Emergency preparedness involves developing and practicing response plans to handle unexpected situations effectively. These plans ensure that everyone knows their roles during crises, such as severe weather or accidents. Creating emergency response plans Having robust emergency response plans can save lives.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Security Travel 52

Fusion Risk Management

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Crisis and Incident Response Geopolitical events often necessitate the activation of emergency response and crisis response plans. Activation of Business Continuity Plans Organizations should activate the business continuity plans that they have in place to minimize disruption to their operations.

Resilience 59

Resilience Authorization Communications Continuity Planning 59

Castellan

AUGUST 2, 2022

Inform employees, vendors, partners, and key stakeholders of their specific responsibilities based on your disaster response plans. Adopt a resilience management platform that can help you manage emergency response with automation and efficiencies. Get The Crisis Management Plan Template.

Response Plan 52

Response Plan Resilience Business Continuity Communications 52

MHA Consulting

MAY 11, 2023

Very few companies, maybe 10 to 15 percent, actually use their recovery strategies and make sure they can truly achieve recovery of the business units, processes, and associated information technology. This is about not just stress testing, but practice as well, and most organizations don’t do nearly enough of it.”

Disaster Recovery 98

Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Consulting BCM 98

MHA Consulting

MAY 11, 2023

Very few companies, maybe 10 to 15 percent, actually use their recovery strategies and make sure they can truly achieve recovery of the business units, processes, and associated information technology. This is about not just stress testing, but practice as well, and most organizations don’t do nearly enough of it.”

Disaster Recovery 96

Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Consulting BCM 96

Erwood Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Let’s explore the transformative role of innovations and emerging technologies in shaping the future of business continuity, along with crisis management and disaster recovery to enhance organizational resilience. Application: In the event of data loss, AI-driven processes enable rapid recovery from backups, minimizing data downtime.

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity Technology Disaster Recovery Crisis Management 52

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Are procedures in place and are they communicated so that information can move across your organization? Does your curriculum provide training for employees to make them aware of your emergency response plans and continuity plans? Do you have clear lines of authority and succession defined?

Resilience 36

Resilience Disaster Recovery Sports Evaluation 36

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Are procedures in place and are they communicated so that information can move across your organization? Does your curriculum provide training for employees to make them aware of your emergency response plans and continuity plans? Do you have clear lines of authority and succession defined?

Resilience 36

Resilience Disaster Recovery Sports Evaluation 36

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Are procedures in place and are they communicated so that information can move across your organization? Does your curriculum provide training for employees to make them aware of your emergency response plans and continuity plans? Do you have clear lines of authority and succession defined?

Resilience 28

Resilience Disaster Recovery Sports Evaluation 28

everbridge

MAY 9, 2024

This can include people with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, cognitive limitations, language barriers, or other conditions that affect their ability to receive and understand emergency information. Gathering this information presents one of the most significant hurdles that emergency officials face.

Communications 105

Communications Alert Transportation Disaster Recovery 105

Reciprocity

OCTOBER 9, 2024

These frameworks offer invaluable guidance for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) tasked with crafting and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies. Stay informed and ahead in the cybersecurity realm with our comprehensive overview, updated for 2024. government contractors. What Is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Audit Risk Management Vulnerability 40

Reciprocity

OCTOBER 9, 2024

These frameworks offer invaluable guidance for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) tasked with crafting and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies. Stay informed and ahead in the cybersecurity realm with our comprehensive overview, updated for 2024. government contractors. What Is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Audit Risk Management Vulnerability 40

Castellan

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Use this information to have discussions with your employees about the impact of what could happen to your organization if you don’t plan for, test and exercise, your response plans. Need help?

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity Disaster Preparedness Response Plan Crisis Management 52

Stratogrid Advisory

JUNE 3, 2020

Therefore a BCM team should be selected across all organizational functions: finance, operations, communications, legal and information technology as well as any other key departments. The BCM Program leader will drive its implementation and will be responsible and accountable for all program activities once implemented.

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity BCM Impact Analysis BCP 52

Stratogrid Advisory

JUNE 3, 2020

Business Continuity should be one of the top priorities for all organization leaders, and response plans should be implemented in organizations of all sizes. organizations should develop response plans to deal with unexpected events related to: Natural disasters (hurricanes, earthquakes or freezing rain).

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity BCM Impact Analysis BCP 52