We launched the weekly Continuity eGUIDE in 2003 with a vision to consolidate and communicate resources for the disciplines of BC, DR, and EM. Since then we have published over 640 editions and now publish on Wednesday twice a month. For more than 19 years we have worked to bring our industry together. It is our passion!
2024
Vol 682 – The Power of Design-Build in a Post-Disaster Loss
March 7, 2024In a major post-disaster loss, delivery speed is critical. Almost 50% of the claim cost is spent on business interruption. Companies know that for every hour or day they are shut down, a value of loss can be calculated. Finding new ways to reduce downtime makes a lot of sense.
Business continuity professionals may be called upon to help think through ”What-if” events that could cripple the company. Design-build construction replaces the traditional method which award separate contracts for design and construction. Design-build’s benefits in a post-loss environment should be considered during a holistic review. Recovery and reconstruction expert Jim Wills discusses outlines key issues and benefits.
Vol 681 – 10 Tips to Fight Compliance Fatigue
February 22, 2024Compliance fatigue occurs when the constant pressure to meet regulatory and policy requirements overwhelms individuals or teams. Symptoms include decreased engagement, cutting corners and a general sense of burnout toward compliance tasks. In fields like business continuity, cybersecurity and crisis management, the stakes are high, and the regulatory landscape is ever-changing. This constant state of alert and adaptation can lead to fatigue.
In this article, Zac Amos shares actionable strategies to combat compliance fatigue. He discusses how to simplify processes, automate tasks, foster a supportive culture, and integrate compliance seamlessly into daily operations.
Vol 680 – 10 Predictions Impacting Organizational Resilience in 2024
February 9, 2024Each year DRI makes ten annual predictions across a broad band of subject areas, all of which are resilience related. The “2024 Predictions Report” extrapolates the findings of the 2023 Trends Report into a set of predictions and discussion points.
The predictions follow the issues identified as important in the “DRI Annual Trends Report” discussed last month. Predictions usually cover technical, social, environmental, political, economic, health, legal and regulatory issues. Lyndon Bird’s executive summary highlights 10 key areas and provides a summary of the discussions found in the report.
Vol 679 – The 9th Annual Global Risk and Resilience Trends Report
January 18, 2024Back in 2015 numerous consultancy and insurance reports looked at global business risks and made predictions for the year ahead. The reports didn’t utilize experience and expertise within the resilience community.
This was the catalyst for the DRI International’s 1st Annual Trends and Predictions report based on the opinions of the professional resilience community — “for the profession, by the profession” – business continuity, disaster recovery, crisis management, emergency management and eventually enterprise risk management and cyber security. Fast forward to 2023/24 and the launch of the 9th annual report across all industries and sectors. Lyndon Bird shares report highlights.
2023
Vol 678 – Fighting the Mentality of “Check the Box” Resilience
December 7, 2023The work of resilience professionals can be difficult. Between the ever-changing threat landscape, the increasing reliance on technology, and the constant need to keep stakeholders engaged, the last thing needed is for leadership teams to have a check-the-box mentality.
Resilient Journey podcast host, Mark Hoffman, is joined by thought leader Jason Hoss in Episode 112. They discuss the challenges that resilience professionals often face when working for an organization that has a check-the-box approach to business continuity.
Vol 677 – Polycrisis – The Current State of the World
November 16, 2023Global uncertainty over the past few years has birthed several new or recently rediscovered words. The first word was “permacrisis”, the Collins Dictionary’s word of the year for 2022. This year the world is abuzz with the latest new word – Polycrisis.
Global risks have shifted with a significant focus on three issues. Esteemed crisis management specialist, Regina Phelps, explains “polycrisis” and lays out actions that resilience professionals should be doing in response.
Vol 676 – AI Tops Concerns of Global Tech Leaders
November 2, 20232,104 tech leaders have weighed in on a global survey. Their input has culminated in a report with numerous findings in 5 key areas.
The 25th annual Nash Squared Digital Leadership Report has revealed numerous findings in 5 key areas — Generative AI Demands, Tech Investments, Inclusion and Hybrid Working, Tech Talent Shortage, and Tech Leaders on the Board. This executive summary outlines key issues in the 5 areas
Vol 675 – Cybercriminals Target Businesses During Natural Disasters
October 19, 2023According to one cyber threat intelligence director, there is almost always an uptick in cyber-attack attempts after a major disaster event.
Natural catastrophes create chaos and uncertainty. People are not focusing on basic cybersecurity best practices or refreshing their network’s security controls but are instead spending their energy on recovering from the event. Zac Amos explains 5 ways organizations can defend themselves from cyber-attacks following a natural disaster.
Vol 674 – No more BIAs? No more Plans?
October 5, 2023How do you respond to someone who challenges the very foundation of your profession?
What do you say to someone who tells you that your methodology is not only wrong, but that it shouldn’t exist in the first place?
Mark Hoffman, host of the Resilient Journey podcast, had an interesting discussion with business continuity professional, antagonist, and overall contrarian Mark Armour. In Episode 99 Mark explains “adaptive business continuity” and why he doesn’t like BIAs, plans or documentation. His approach would forego the methodology in favor of principles. It was a friendly and respectful debate. The host discovered that the two even agreed on a few things!
Vol 673 – Supply Chain Resilience Standards Can Help Formulate Policy
September 21, 2023Achieving resilient supply chains can be a complex process, especially if components in the supply chain are at risk. As chains get increasingly complex and further removed from the primary organization, a break in a supply chain may be almost impossible to predict and detect – until it occurs, and the domino effect is felt.
Paul Kirvan outlines several supply chain updates that provide insight and also guidance to assist in three important ways: formulate a policy on supply chain resilience, clarify procedures for analyzing supply chains and develop procedures for mitigating disruptions.
Vol 672 – Update on Cloud Standards & How to Use Them to Benefit Your Organization
September 7, 2023When considering a cloud solution or even when examining options for expanding or reducing cloud investments, knowledge of standards, frameworks and practices addressing cloud technology can be very helpful. From an audit perspective, documented compliance with key cloud standards is essential during an audit. Prospective and existing customers will also appreciate that cloud services are being deployed in compliance with standards.
Paul Kirvan not only outlines a 2023 cloud standards update, he offers 17
recommended steps to take when applying for a standard to a specific activity. You won’t want to miss his expertise
Vol 671 – Enable Innovation by Transforming Business Cybersecurity
August 17, 2023Delivering innovations and ensuring the organization stays safe are two of the biggest priorities for the modern company. Unfortunately, many see these two priorities as being at odds, with the ever-increasing number of cybersecurity requirements and regulations seeming to slow down and stifle work and innovation at every turn. But does that have to be the case? Research shows a link between cybersecurity and business success.
Zac Amos offers valuable thoughts and suggestions on balancing risk-taking with risk management and why maximizing cybersecurity can help rather than hinder your mission.