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In an ever-changing business landscape, crises are inevitable. How we respond determines not just our survival, but our legacy. Let us learn from the past and commit to crisis management strategies that protect and enhance the value we’ve worked so hard to build. #先賢商慧 先賢商慧:The Cost of Extinguishing Fires - Safeguarding Value in Crisis Management https://lnkd.in/g-6dPezn

There is still time to register! On June 26, we are hosting a free #webinar in partnership with the Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR) - where we will discuss insights from the latest edition of the #WorldRiskPoll Resilience Index, launched yesterday. Register now to hear from an international panel of disaster #risk reduction and resilience experts, as they explore how levels of #resilience have changed around the world since the previous Resilience Index was published in 2022. https://loom.ly/Eyjxb3w

The Australian Government launched the new Australian Government Crisis Management Framework (AGCMF) at the recent 2024–25 Higher Risk Weather Season National Preparedness Summit. The Framework is the Australian Government’s key policy for Australia’s national crisis management arrangements. It acknowledges the pivotal role states and territories play as the first responders to crises and enables consistency in how the Australian Government supports these efforts. The new Framework enhances coordination arrangements and better clarifies the roles of Australian Government ministers and agencies in the face of increasingly complex crises: https://lnkd.in/gs78bq3n

Ongoing collaboration between Bournemouth University’s Disaster Management Centre and Sierra Leone’s government has resulted in a new crisis management practice, based on BU research. Find out more: https://ow.ly/rW8750UmtTV #BUProud

September marks National Preparedness Month! In recognition of this, we emphasize the importance of starting conversations about disaster preparedness. Whether at home or within organizations, it's crucial to have a detailed plan for managing emergency situations. Prepare your laboratory and research operations for the unexpected with our courses on disaster preparedness, business continuity planning, and strategies for improving disaster response and research reactivation, designed to help you stay resilient when it matters most. #NationalPreparednessMonth #DisasterPreparedness

Check out this webinar from the SBA's Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience highlighting the new "Business Resilience Guide: Reducing Risks and Building on Strengths." This webinar will take you through the five sections of the Guide, provide best practices and useful tips on how mitigation can reduce a property’s risk from future events, and give you the opportunity to ask the expert. Register now at https://bit.ly/4dU4GRc

The Australian Government launched the new Australian Government Crisis Management Framework (AGCMF) at the recent 2024–25 Higher Risk Weather Season National Preparedness Summit. The Framework is the Australian Government’s key policy for Australia’s national crisis management arrangements. It acknowledges the pivotal role states and territories play as the first responders to crises and enables consistency in how the Australian Government supports these efforts. The new Framework enhances coordination arrangements and better clarifies the roles of Australian Government ministers and agencies in the face of increasingly complex crises: https://lnkd.in/gs78bq3n

Amid Spain's recent flood crisis, I'm sharing insights from Mergen C&F on the critical importance of proactive crisis preparedness and the value of investing in resilience before disaster strikes. Any thoughts on how this can still happen in 2024? #crisis #spain #resilience #crisismanagement #flooding

Crisis Management in Spain – Lessons in Preparedness and Response As we observe the devastating floods in Spain and the critique surrounding the government's crisis management, there is a powerful reminder for all of us – preparation and real-world testing of emergency response capabilities are essential. While many organizations, including governments, believe they are prepared, the reality often reveals gaps when disaster strikes. Effective crisis management demands more than just plans on paper. Real resilience is built through rigorous training, drills, and simulations that test response strategies under pressure, identify vulnerabilities, and refine coordination among all stakeholders. In situations like this, the difference between theory and reality becomes stark. These moments call for more than reactive measures; they require foresight, proactive planning, and investment in comprehensive risk assessments and response drills. It’s essential to remember that preparation isn’t just about having a plan – it’s about testing and reinforcing that plan continually. When we train, simulate, and evaluate our responses, we ensure that when a crisis hits, our actions can minimize harm and restore stability swiftly. Poor emergency management and inadequate crisis preparedness come at a high cost, whereas investing in drills and comprehensive preparedness typically requires far less—safeguarding financial resources, lives, infrastructure, and public trust. At Mergen C&F, we believe in strengthening resilience through thorough preparedness and are committed to helping organizations develop robust crisis management strategies that withstand the unexpected. #CrisisManagement #EmergencyResponse #Preparedness #Resilience #Flooding #Spain #Disaster #Naturaldisaster

Awareness about Early Warning Systems of Disaster is crucial. Early Warning can reduce loss and damage for disaster.