Strategic Planning

Scenario Planning: Anticipating and Preparing for Future Risks

Scenario Planning: Anticipating and Preparing for Future Risks

Did you know that 70% of organizations that fail to anticipate future challenges end up facing significant setbacks or even failure? In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, being able to anticipate and prepare for potential risks is crucial for long-term success. That’s where future risk scenario planning comes into play. Future risk scenario planning is ...

Plan Strategically: Long-Term Resilience Through Planning

Plan Strategically: Long-Term Resilience Through Planning

Did you know that 70% of organizations that do not incorporate resilience into their strategic planning fail to recover from major disruptions? Strategic planning plays a vital role in building long-term resilience, enabling organizations to navigate challenges, mitigate risks, and thrive in a changing business landscape. Resilience in planning goes beyond mere survival; it empowers ...

Incorporating Global Trends into Your Strategic Planning for Resilience

Incorporating Global Trends into Your Strategic Planning for Resilience

In today’s volatile world, resilience is a critical factor for corporate success. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for organizations to plan for unexpected disruptions and strengthen their response capabilities. Surprisingly, a recent survey by FERMA and McKinsey revealed that nearly 60% of respondents rated their organizations’ resilience capabilities as excellent or very good. ...

Strategic RTO and RPO Planning for Resilience

Strategic RTO and RPO Planning for Resilience

Did you know that 93% of companies that experience a significant data loss and prolonged downtime without a disaster recovery plan in place are out of business within one year? Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO) are crucial parameters in disaster recovery and data protection planning. The RTO is the timeframe within ...

Evaluating and Adjusting Your BCM Strategy for Maximum Impact

Evaluating and Adjusting Your BCM Strategy for Maximum Impact

Did you know that only 17% of businesses have a fully functional and tested business continuity plan in place? This startling statistic highlights the need for organizations to evaluate and adjust their BCM (Business Continuity Management) strategies to ensure they are resilient and effective. Business continuity planning is a crucial strategy for any company, regardless ...

Quantifying the Impact of Business Disruptions

Quantifying the Impact of Business Disruptions

Business disruptions can have far-reaching consequences on critical operations. Organizations face the risk every day, where a single disaster, accident, or emergency can threaten their business continuity. Businesses need a systematic process to quantify potential effects of these disruptions and develop strategies to mitigate risks. A Business Impact Analysis (BIA) is a vital component of ...

Strategic Resilience: Merging BCM with Long-Term Business Goals

Strategic Resilience: Merging BCM with Long-Term Business Goals

Did you know that integrating business continuity management (BCM) with long-term business goals can significantly enhance an organization’s strategic resilience? By aligning these two crucial frameworks, organizations can not only maintain critical functions during emergencies but also proactively adapt and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. While business continuity and business resilience are commonly viewed ...

Aligning BCM with Corporate Strategy for Competitive Advantage

Aligning BCM with Corporate Strategy for Competitive Advantage

Did you know that only 35% of organizations have fully integrated business continuity management (BCM) with their corporate strategy? This surprising fact highlights the untapped potential for companies to gain a competitive advantage by aligning their BCM processes with their strategic goals. BCM involves the development of strategies, plans, and actions to protect critical business ...

Linking Strategy to Risk Management and Performance

Linking Strategy to Risk Management and Performance

Did you know that organizations that align their risk management strategy and practices can boost their performance and enhance organizational resilience? Risk management is not just about avoiding threats; it is also about capitalizing on opportunities and creating value. To achieve this, organizations need to align risk management with their strategic objectives and organizational culture. ...

Building a Culture of Resilience: Integrating BCM into Employee Training

Building a Culture of Resilience: Integrating BCM into Employee Training

Did you know that organizations without a well-structured Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework are almost six times more likely to suffer severe financial losses during disruptions? In today’s unpredictable business landscape, building a culture of resilience is crucial for organizational success. This begins with integrating BCM into employee training, fostering a sense of preparedness and ...