Preparing for the Unexpected
ALEX FULLICK, MBCI,CBCP,CBRA,ITIL,CORS,cABCF,ISO22301,Author
Preparing for the Unexpected is about how people, organizations and communities plan, prepare, test, communicate and respond to sudden unplanned events such as natural and manmade disasters and crises. The show is for everyone who wants an understanding of how plans are created for individuals, organizations and communities and for anyone who wants to know what they can do in their own lives to help protect themselves from unexpected events.
There is a myth that disasters happen to others but in reality, they happen to everyone. It's just a matter of when and how well-prepared you are. The greater the level of awareness, communication and knowledge, the quicker one bounces back from adversity.
The overall aim of Preparing for the Unexpected is to reduce the suffering, effects and impacts caused as a result of disasters and unexpected life events by increasing knowledge and awareness of Operational Resilience, Business Contingency, Disaster Planning, Crisis Management, and related activities.
There is a myth that disasters happen to others but in reality, they happen to everyone. It's just a matter of when and how well-prepared you are. The greater the level of awareness, communication and knowledge, the quicker one bounces back from adversity.
The overall aim of Preparing for the Unexpected is to reduce the suffering, effects and impacts caused as a result of disasters and unexpected life events by increasing knowledge and awareness of Operational Resilience, Business Contingency, Disaster Planning, Crisis Management, and related activities.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 8, 2021 • 53min
Business Continuity: Cultural Change and Awarenss
Each organization has its own culture and how it perceives Business Continuity, sometimes in a positive light and others no so. BCM industry expert Dwayne Grizzle will talk about his presentation from the BCI World Virtual 2020 conference entitled 'Cultural Change and Awareness'. We'll learn about the definition of Culture and how through change triggers and awareness measures, organizations can change their organization's thinking, participation, and culture surrounding Business Continuity Management.
Apr 1, 2021 • 56min
Cyber Security: A Threat to Your Nation's Influence & Leadership
Cyber Security is one of the biggest threats to nations, organizations, and individuals and ensuring we are well-protected is key to our future. In this episode I speak with ling-time recognized Cyber Security expert, Ray Boisvert. Ray will talk to us about the fast-pace changes in technology that are driving the needs to increase out data security practices and how criminal elements are keeping pace with these changes. We'll also talk about why we need to move away from a Compliance-focused security program to put greater focus on basic risk management practices. Ray will also give some pointers on how we can enable our organizations to become more resilient to deal with the ever-increasing threat of Ransomware and other cyber crimes. We'll even touch on Artificial/Augmented Intelligence (AI). Don't miss this very important episode if you're concerned about Cyber Security.
Mar 25, 2021 • 54min
Regina Phelps: 'Return to the Office' Thinking and a COVID Update
Join me for my regular chat with globally recognized industry expert, Regina Phelps. We talk about the latest happenings with COVID-19, such as variants, vaccines, and vaccinations. We also have a lengthy discussion about 'Return to the Office' thinking, and how management need to take a close look at how their offices are going to operate in the future. Regina also discusses some fascinating research performed by Professor Raj Choudhury from the Harvard Business School about 'Return to the office' considerations. Some very thoughtful insights no management representative should miss. Check out the video on my YouTube channel to view the slides.
Mar 18, 2021 • 53min
Crisis Management with Stuart Hotchkiss
Crisis Management isn't always what you think it is and not everything that happens to your organization is a crisis. Join me, as I speak with recognized Crisis Management and Business Continuity expert and author, Stuart Hotchkiss. We'll talk about what defines a crisis, the Crisis Management Team (CMT), and who should be part of the team and their roles and responsibilities. Stuart will also describe the Crisis Management policy and what it must - and must not - contain, along with a discussion on checklists, CMT testing, and the situation report. Stuart shakes off some of the preconceived notions of Crisis Management, so don't miss this episode.
Mar 11, 2021 • 54min
Putting the Cyber in Organizational Resilience
One of the greatest threats organizations have at the moment is the ever-increasing threat of Cyber attacks. It's the new 'new' battleground. I talk with globally recognized Business Continuity industry expert, James Green, who presented at the BCI Virtual World 2020 Conference in November 2020. James will talk about how Business Continuity professionals and methodologies can work with Information Security / Cyber Security professionals to contribute to the creation of organizational resilience. We'll also touch on such subjects as who own BCM and Cyber Security, how we can consolidate threat/risk responses, and the factors - both internal and external - that can contribute to creating a sense of resilience. It's another great chat with James, so don't miss it,
Mar 4, 2021 • 56min
GLOOM TO BOOM
'Gloom to Boom': How Leaders Transform Risk into Resilience and Value' is the latest book by Andrea Bonime-Blanc (Routledge, 2020). I chat with noted global risk, ethics and governance strategist, and author, Andrea Bonime-Blanc about some of the key megatrends that are affecting today's business world, including the trend to increase the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the considerations related to it. We'll also talk about how categorizing risks using ESG&T considerations (environment, societal, governance, technology) can assist organizations in creating opportunities from risk to create a stronger sense of resilience - and value. Finally, Andrea will discuss the role of leadership and how they can transform risk ESG&T risk into resilience and value for clients, customers, partners, suppliers, and employees. Don't miss it!
Feb 25, 2021 • 55min
Regina Phelps: February 2021 COVID, Vaccine, and Variant Update
My regular chat with Regina Phelps about the latest in vaccines, variants, and COVID. We touch on what might be in store for us in the coming months and how the variants could disrupt things going forward. We also touch on some of the considerations organizations must have when considering a 'Return to the Office'. It's not as simple as communications or scheduling people to return. We have to ask the question 'Why do you need to return now?' Educational as always - don't miss it Bloomberg Vaccine Tracker https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/covid-vaccine-tracker-global-distribution/?srnd=coronavirus&sref=kHybx9Dp Harvard Healthy Buildings https://forhealth.org/ P1 Variant Resurgence of COVID-19 in Manaus, Brazil, despite high seroprevalence https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(21)00183-5/fulltext The Amazonian city that hatched the Brazil variant has been crushed by it https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/01/27/coronavirus-brazil-variant-manaus/
Feb 18, 2021 • 57min
Business Continuity Management: In Practice w/ Stuart Hotchkiss
Successful business continuity requires the creation of and adherence to a plan, which ensure an organization's critical functions are maintained or restored in the event of disruption (e.g. fires, natural disasters, etc.). Join me as I talk with recognized industry expert and author Stuart Hotchkiss and his book 'Business Continuity Management: In Practice. BCM can be made very over-complicated and Stuart provides a clear and simple approach to understanding what BCM is, and what it isn't. We'll touch on such subjects as the BCP, testing, audit, awareness, and the problems associated with the Business Impact Assessment (BIA) and the establishment of recovery time objectives. Some may consider this a controversial episode - I think it's one not to be missed!
Feb 11, 2021 • 53min
Business Continuity: Is Our Profession at a Crossroads?
The Fall 2020 edition of the Disaster Recovery Journal magazine contained what became a controversial article on Business Continuity Management (BCM) entitled Is Our Profession at a Crossroads? I talk with the author of the article, well-known industry expert James Green. James will talk to us about why he wrote the article and the thinking behind it. We'll also touch on some of the negative responses resulting from the article's publication.
Feb 4, 2021 • 56min
COVID-19: Business Response, Recovery, and Sustainability
COVID-19 has forever changed the way we do business, think about business, adapt to business needs, and think about our responses to crisis and disaster situations. I speak to renown industry expert, entrepreneur, trainer, and author, Geary Sikich, as we chat about some of the COVID-19 related thoughts he presented at the Continuity & Resilience Today (CRT) conference in Oct/20. Geary touches on some key themes relating to COVID, from Supply Chain Mgmt. to Risk Management to the growing needs for an 'all-hazards' approach to help build resilience, Be sure to tune in and listen to Geary's incredible insights on COVID-19, and the future of the Risk and Business Continuity Management industries, including how Governments and the Private sector will need to work together going forward. Don't miss it!
