Welcome to Mind the Resilience, I am Ramki your host. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Niharika, a seasoned expert in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
In our conversation, Niharika shares invaluable insights on the evolution of GRC, emphasizing its significance in today's organizational landscape.
Drawing from her experiences, she unveils the challenges encountered in disaster recovery and the innovative solutions that conquered these hurdles. Her expertise extends to guiding organizations through unexpected disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the vital preparation needed for such crises.
Niharika also sheds light on emerging technologies shaping the future of GRC and offers essential advice for aspiring GRC professionals on the key skills and knowledge required for success.
Stay tuned for an exciting conversation on Mind the resilience.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:41) Introduction about Niharika
(02:58) Career in GRC and business resilience
(05:30) What Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)?
(09:03) How has the role of GRC evolved over the years?
(13:40) Challenges on IT Disaster Recovery
(19:30) How organizations should prepare for COVID-19 pandemic?
(23:58) Balancing innovation in risk management and compliance
(25:37) Emerging technologies in GRC
(30:30) Tips for individuals looking to enter the field of GRC
(33:30) Resilience Quickfire
(37:05) Contact Niharika
Contacts:
Contact Niharika Manchanda: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," I'm Ramki, your host.
In this episode, we're joined by Milena Maneva, a resilience and business continuity expert. She's a key member of the Resilience Think Tank and was part of BCI WiR (Women in Resilience) Committee in the past.
We'll discuss resilience's critical role in today's rapidly changing world, the components of a robust business continuity strategy, diversity's impact on resilience, and the carrer transition that Milena took from public relations to resilience.
And be sure to catch our Resilience Quickfire round, where Milena provides insightful responses to the questions at hand.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Introduction about Milena
(05:15) Resilience Think Tank and its mission
(10:25) What does resilience mean to Milena?
(14:20) Key components of a robust business continuity management strategy
(23:50) How does diversity and inclusion impact resilience efforts?
(29:15) Common cyber security threats
(36:35) Transition from public relations to resilience
(40:00) Resilience Quickfire
(46:00) Contact Milena
Contacts:
Contact Milena: Linkedin & Twitter
Resilience Think tank : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience." I'm Ramki, your host, and today we have an exceptional guest with us, Andrew Lawton, the founder of ResKube.
Andrew's company specializes in providing always-on power and communications for remote workers, and we're here to uncover the story behind it all. What inspired him to create ResKube, and how did it evolve from a Work Area Recovery company in the heart of London's financial district to a solution for staff homes and small sites?
We'll also tap into Andrew's expertise as a startup CEO, learning about his strategies for achieving aggressive revenue growth while maintaining high morale among his team. And, of course, we'll explore the invaluable lessons he's gathered throughout his entrepreneurial journey that can inspire and guide aspiring business leaders.
Stay tuned for insights into fundraising, handling mergers and acquisitions, and a lightning round of "Resilience Quickfire."
(00:00) Introduction
(02:12) Introduction about Andrew & Story behind ResKube
(11:15) Why should businesses prioritize resilience solutions?
(17:30) Transition from Work Area Recovery company
(26:00) As a startup CEO, how to strike balance between revenue growth & high-morale?
(28:15) Key lessons and insights from Andrew's entrepreneurial journey
(35:30) Experiences on fund raising and handling mergers and acquisitions
(40:10) Resilience Quickfire
(45:38) Contact Andrew
Contacts:
Contact Andrew: Andrew.Lawton@Reskube.com or Linkedin
Reskube Website : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Hello and welcome to Mind the Resilience, the podcast where we explore the latest trends and best practices in resilience.
I'm your host, Ramki, and today I have a guest Terence Lee, VP of Risk at Protecht Group, a leading provider of enterprise risk management software solutions.
In this episode, we will talk about how risk management has evolved in recent years, what are the key challenges and opportunities for organizations in identifying and mitigating risks, how compliance and technology can support risk management, and how software solutions like Protecht.ERM can help organizations achieve operational resilience.
Stay tuned for an insightful and engaging conversation on Mind the Resilience.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:40) Introduction about Terry
(04:00) Risk management in recent years
(07:35) Challenges organizations face in identifying and mitigating risks
(12:20) How does compliance tie into risk management?
(19:14) What role does technology play in predicting risk incidents?
(22:35) Key components of a robust business continuity management strategy
(25:32) How Protecht.ERM help organizations in managing business continuity and operational resilience
(27:50) Risks associated with third-party vendors and suppliers
(30:55) How have risk management software solutions evolved over time?
(36:08) Resilience Quickfire
(43:50) Contact Terry
Contacts:
Contact Terry: terence.lee@protechtgroup.com or Linkedin
Protecht Group Website : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we focus on business continuity, disaster recovery and resilience in general. I'm your host, Ramki, and today, we have a special guest with us, Darren Lea. We'll be exploring about the importance of orchestration in disaster recovery, striking a balance between automation and human decision-making, tool selection considerations, and the emerging trends shaping the future of disaster recovery. Get ready for an enlightening discussion on Mind the resilience.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:45) Introduction about Darren Lea
(03:55) Overview of Cutover's SaaS platform
(10:50) Challenges while developing Cutover
(14:25) Overview of what orchestration means in the context of disaster recovery
(23:35) Hypothetical scenario on Orchestration
(31:30) How organizations strike a balance between automated processes and human decision-making during a crisis?
(37:00) Considerations for selecting Orchestration tool
(42:00) Emerging trends in Disaster Recovery
(48:00) Resilience Quickfire
(52:37) Contact Darren Lea
Contacts:
Contact Darren Lea: Linkedin
Cutover Website : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to Mind the Resilience, the podcast where we explore the vital strategies and insights for navigating the challenges of an ever-changing world. I'm your host, Ramki, and today, we have an exceptional guest who has dedicated his career to understanding and enhancing resilience in various contexts.
Our guest, Mark Cannadine, a renowned expert in resilience, will guide us through the intricate web of crisis management and organizational resilience. We'll dive into the core elements of effective crisis management plans, discovering how businesses can proactively identify risks and vulnerabilities while fostering a culture of adaptability.
Ever wondered how organizations bounce back from disruptions? Mark will unveil the strategies that empower them to not just survive but thrive. And if that's not impressive enough, his involvement with prestigious entities like the International Olympic Committee, Asian Games organizing committee, and others brings unparalleled insights to our conversation.
Stay tuned as we extract a wealth of wisdom from Mark's journey, helping us understand the essence of resilience. And, as always, don't miss our lightning round of resilience quickfire questions at the end. Let's dive in.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:55) Introduction about Mark Cannadine
(06:56) Key components of an effective crisis management plan
(18:05) How can businesses identify and assess potential risks and vulnerabilities?
(23:37) Building a culture of resilience
(30:10) Strategies organizations can employ to adapt and recover from disruptions
(33:26) Insights on involvement with the International Olympic Committee, Asian Games organizing committee etc.
(38:33) Resilience Quickfire
(47:25) Contact Mark Cannadine
Contacts:
Contact Mark Cannadine: Linkedin
Article Mark referenced on Resilience : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Mind the Resilience", your go-to podcast for insights on resilience in today's ever-changing world. I'm your host, Ramki, and today, we delve into a riveting discussion with a distinguished guest, Thomas Boehling.
In this episode, we explore the profound essence of leadership amidst challenges, taking you on an in-depth journey through Leadership in Times of Adversity.
We also delve into the realm of Enterprise Resiliency Architecture, focusing on its alignment with business objectives.
And stay tuned for our Resilience Quickfire discussions, where some of the answers are thought provoking.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:30) Introduction about Thomas Boehling
(04:05) Leadership in Times of Adversity
(09:30) Effective Communication
(16:10) Addressing Challenging Situations
(19:50) Team Morale and Cohesion
(22:30) Aligning Enterprise Architecture with Business Objectives
(30:37) Integration of Enterprise Architecture and Disaster Recovery Plans
(33:25) Resilience Quickfire
(42:55) Contact Thomas Boehling
Contacts:
Contact Thomas Boehling: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience." I'm Ramki your host. Today we have a remarkable guest who has made a profound impact in the world of technology and cyber security. It's my pleasure to introduce Sarah Armstrong-Smith, a true trailblazer in the field.
Stay tuned as we delve into pressing cyber-security issues. Sarah shines a light on challenges in the digital age & We'll also discuss her journey as a woman in tech, breaking barriers and promoting inclusion.
What does the future hold for tech and cyber-security? Sarah shares insights on upcoming trends and innovations.
And of course, we can't forget our "Resilience Quickfire" round, where Sarah will share rapid-fire nuggets of wisdom to enhance your resilience in both personal and professional realms. Let's dive into an enlightening conversation on "Mind the Resilience"!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:44) Introduction about Sarah Armstrong-Smith
(03:15) Early experiences in technology and crisis management
(07:38) Best-Selling Book 'Effective Crisis Management'
(13:12) Key challenges organizations face in cyber-security today
(28:33) Women in Tech and Cyber-security
(35:10) The Future of Tech and Cyber-security
(40:42) Resilience Quickfire
(43:02) Contact Sarah
Contacts
Contact Sarah Armstrong-Smith: Linkedin and Twitter
Amazon book : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we explore the world of business and IT resilience. I'm your host, Ramki, and today, we have a special guest, Michael Mitchell, joining us from Australia.
In this episode, Michael shares his journey and explains why IT resilience is crucial for organizations, along with how he designs tailored frameworks according to their needs.
We'll explore common challenges in resilience strategies, essential tests to validate plans, and the importance of training for system recovery.
Stay tuned as Michael unveils emerging trends and technologies that enhance resilience capabilities, and gain insights from Resilience Quickfire discussions.
Get ready to bolster your resilience toolkit as we dive deep into "Mind the Resilience"!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:30) Introduction about Michael Mitchell
(03:50) Journey on IT resilience
(09:56) Why IT resilience crucial for organizations?
(14:48) Design and implementation of resilience frameworks
(23:24) Tests and exercises that are necessary to validate resilience plans
(29:04) Design and implementation of training programs on system recovery
(34:40) Emerging trends or technologies on resilience
(39:15) Articles in Corporate Risk Magazine
(41:06) Resilience Quickfire
(47:55) Contact Michael Mitchell
Contacts
Contact Michael Mitchell: mike-mitchell@bigpond.com or Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to Mind the Resilience, the podcast where we explore the vital strategies and insights that drive success and continuity in today's ever-changing landscape. I'm your host, Ramki, and in this episode, we're joined by a true expert in the field of resilience, James Green, co-founder of Illuminate Advisory. With a passion for safeguarding businesses against unforeseen challenges, James has helped countless clients future-proof their assets and navigate the complexities of resiliency.
In our conversation today, we'll delve into the key elements of a successful business continuity program and uncover how cyber security and risk management collaboratively protect valuable assets while mitigating potential risks. James will also share his invaluable insights on the latest trends in cyber security and risk management, gained from delivering keynote addresses at conferences worldwide.
We'll also explore the challenges faced by organizations in the realm of business continuity, and James will provide essential advice for businesses looking to enhance their BCP practices.
Stay tuned for an en-lighting discussion on resilience, where we'll uncover strategies to fortify your organization and prepare for whatever lies ahead.
(00:00) Introduction
(02:20) Introduction about James Green
(03:35) Key services from Illuminate Advisory
(06:50) Challenges facing organizations on business continuity and disaster recovery programs
(12:35) Key elements of a successful business continuity program
(18:11) How can cyber security and risk management work together to protect assets?
(26:10) Keynote addresses at cyber security conferences
(32:20) Business continuity planning, workplace violence, and pandemic response
(38:50) Resilience Quickfire
(43:10) Contact James
Contacts
Contact James Green: Linkedin
Illuminate Advisory Website: Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to Mind the Resilience, I'm your host, Ramki. Today, we have a special guest, Charlie Maclean-Bristol, joining us from UK.
Charlie is a renowned figure in business continuity, having founded two successful companies in the field. He established PlanB Consulting, a leading consultancy, and Business Continuity Training, a platform empowering professionals. As an accomplished author, Charlie shares his expertise through insightful book on business continuity and crisis management.
In our conversation, we'll explore Charlie's motivations, the key principles of business continuity, common challenges organizations face in crises, emerging trends, and the future of the business continuity discipline. Get ready to gain valuable insights on building resilience.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:34) Introduction about Charlie Maclean-Bristol
(03:50) Establishing PlanB Consulting
(14:34) Motivation behind another business continuity company, Business Continuity Training
(22:00) Writing book on business continuity and crisis management
(28:00) Key principles and best practices of business continuity management
(31:37) Common challenges on responding to a crisis
(36:54) Emerging trends or challenges in the field of business continuity management
(40:40) Resilience Quickfire
(46:00) Contact Charlie
Contacts
Contact Charlie Maclean-Bristol: Linkedin
PlanB Consulting Website: Link
Book - Business Continuity Exercises: Quick Exercises to Validate Your Plan : Amazon Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we explore strategies for building resilience in the face of challenges. I'm your host, Ramki. Today, we have a special guest, Michael Herrera, an entrepreneur and founder of MHA Consulting and BCMMetrics.
Michael will share his journey as an entrepreneur, navigating the challenges of starting his own company, MHA Consulting. He'll also explain how BCMMetrics, his tool for business continuity management, helps organizations.
In light of recent global events, Michael will emphasize the importance of business continuity and disaster recovery planning. He'll provide insights on building resilience and best practices for organizations.
We'll discuss the future of the business continuity industry and emerging trends. Michael will address the balance between business continuity planning and other priorities like budget constraints.
Finally, we'll have a quickfire round on resilience. Join us as we Mind the Resilience with Michael on our podcast. Let's get started!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:45) Introduction about Michael Herrera
(04:14) Journey as an entrepreneur & starting his own company MHA Consulting
(09:10) Inspiration behind BCMMetrics
(12:55) Importance of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
(20:45) How do organizations build resilience?
(22:30) How BCP/DR will evolve in future?
(26:50) How can organizations balance the need for business continuity planning with other priorities?
(29:10) Resilience Quickfire
(32:26) Contact Michael
Contacts
Contact Michael Herrera: herrera@mha-it.com
MHA Consulting Website: Link
Team of Teams Book : Amazon Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience", the podcast that explores the art of thriving in the face of uncertainty. I'm your host, Ramki, and today we have a special guest Susie Ansary, a seasoned expert in business continuity and risk management.
Susie has witnessed the importance of resilience in preparing for and responding to crises. In this episode, she shares invaluable insights on building resilience in individuals and organizations. Drawing from her experience as the former President of the BCI Swiss Chapter, Susie also sheds light on the organization's work in supporting businesses in Switzerland.
We discuss common misconceptions about resilience and how to overcome them, while exploring the integration of resilience into risk management strategies. We also dive into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on resilience and the key challenges and lessons learned.
Stay tuned as Susie provides practical advice for strengthening resilience in the face of uncertainty and adversity. And don't miss our "Resilience Quickfire" round, where we had lot of fun conversations.
Get ready to empower your mind and embrace resilience with our remarkable guest, Susie, on "Mind the Resilience."
(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) Introduction about Susie
(04:52) How businesses can better prepare for and respond to crises?
(10:40) Defining resilience
(18:35) Role as former President of the BCI Swiss chapter & former global board director on the BCI
(24:48) Misconceptions about resilience
(30:43) How COVID-19 pandemic impacted resilience and risk management
(36:25) Advice to individuals and organizations looking to strengthen their resilience
(38:42) Resilience Quickfire
(43:45) Contact Susie
Contacts
Contact Susie Ansary: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we explore resilience in business and life. I'm Ramki, your host. Today, we have a special guest, Matthias Rosenberg, who brings a wealth of experience as a CEO of Controllit AG
Matthias will share his personal journey as a CEO, discussing his leadership philosophy, management style, and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way.
With a strong background in business development, Matthias will provide insights on growing and expanding operations. He'll share effective strategies for developing new products, services, and partnerships.
Resilience is a key theme, and Matthias will guide us on how businesses can prepare for and respond to crises. He'll also emphasize the importance of cyber security and offer insights on protecting businesses from cyber threats.
Lastly, we'll delve into the role of innovation in driving business growth. Matthias will share examples of fostering a culture of innovation within organizations.
Get ready for an enlightening conversation as we explore resilience, growth, and innovation. Lets dive in!
(00:00) Introduction
(02:11) Introduction about Matthias
(06:20) Personal journey as a CEO of Controllit AG
(12:20) How businesses can grow and expand their operations
(23:01) How businesses can prepare for and respond to crises?
(29:42) Importance of cyber security in today's business landscape
(36:20) The role of innovation and disruption in driving business growth
(39:30) Contact Matthias
Contacts
Contact Matthias Rosenberg: LinkedIn
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome, everyone to another episode of "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we explore the strategies, insights, and stories that inspire resilience in the face of adversity. I'm your host, Ramki, and today we have a remarkable guest Leah Andrews.
In this episode, we dive into the intriguing realm of leadership buy-in for IT and BC/DR initiatives. We also tackle the critical components of a successful Cyber Incident Response Plan and how Incident response teams can effectively support them.
We explore how IT and BC/DR teams play a pivotal role in ensuring program stickiness, aligning initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
Leah enlightens us on the essential qualities of a crisis leader, shedding light on effective communication and collaboration during times of stress and uncertainty.
We also discuss how to manage risk without being overwhelmed by unnecessary details. Lastly, in our "Resilience Quickfire" round, Leah tackles rapid-fire questions, providing brief yet impactful answers that will leave you inspired and ready to take action.
So, let's jump right in and embark on this transformative journey of resilience, leadership, and innovation.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:58) Introduction about Leah
(06:35) Leadership buy-in for IT and BC/DR initiatives
(10:35) Key components of a successful Cyber IR Plan
(19:27) Program Stickiness
(25:28) Qualities of a crisis leader
(28:46) Key steps to prepare for potential emergencies or disasters
(32:50) How can IT and BC/DR programs help to drive innovation?
(35:55) Resilience Quickfire
(40:50) Contact Leah
Contacts
Contact Leah Andrews: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we explore crisis management, risk mitigation, and security in today's ever-changing world.
I'm Ramki, your host. In this episode, we discuss the challenges organizations face during crises and the common mistakes they make. Our guest Brendan provides valuable insights on effective communication and the crucial role of leadership in crisis management. We also dive into ensuring effective crisis management plans, including their key components and the importance of regular updates.
Discover the critical role of business continuity planning in mitigating risk and maintaining operations during disruptive events. Brendan also shares strategies for identifying critical business processes and integrating business continuity and crisis management plans.
We also delve into improving risk management and business continuity strategies, measuring their effectiveness, and aligning them with overall business objectives. Get ready to strengthen your resilience on "Mind the Resilience."
(00:00) Introduction
(01:44) Introduction about Brendan
(04:40) Challenges that organizations face when responding to a crisis or emergency situation
(08:41) Ensuring crisis management plans are effective and up-to-date
(12:14) Role of business continuity planning in mitigating risk
(15:22) Advice to organizations on their risk management and business continuity strategies
(19:48) Emerging threats and challenges on BCP and Security
(24:01) How recent events impacted the field of security and resilience?
(25:42) Trends on the horizon for security and resilience
(30:10) Skills and qualities required for security and resilience leaders
(33:08) Advice to individuals looking to develop a career in security and resilience
(37:00) Contact Brendan
Contacts
Contact Brendan Monahan: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Book by Brendan - Strategic Corporate Crisis Management - Amazon Link
Welcome to Mind the Resilience, a podcast that explores the world of business continuity and disaster recovery.
Today's guest is Jason, a business continuity and disaster recovery expert with extensive experience in designing and implementing plans to protect critical business data and systems.
In addition to his professional work, Jason is also a talented photographer. In this episode, Jason shares his insights on how ISO 22316 contributes to the field of business continuity, how to manage disaster recovery plans, how to identify critical operations and systems, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to develop, implement, and exercise business continuity plans. He also shares his strategies for leading IT's response to problems and incidents, and provides quickfire tips on resilience.
Tune in to this episode for practical tips and real-world examples from a seasoned expert in business continuity and disaster recovery.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:38) Introduction to Jason
(05:25) ISO 22316 - Security and Resilience
(10:47) How to manage DR?
(18:24) Risk Analysis
(23:06) Collaboration with multiple stakeholders
(28:23) Respond to Major incidents
(34:11) Photographer to DR/BCP field
(38:42) Resilience Quickfire
(43:08) Contact Jason
Contacts
Contact Jason Hoss: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Hello and welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast that explores the strategies and practices that organizations can use to build resilience in the face of unexpected challenges.
I'm your host, Ramki, and today's episode is all about resilience in the workplace. My guest, Cedrick, and I will be discussing the key principles of building resilience in organizations and how leaders can ensure that their teams are well-equipped to handle unexpected challenges and crises.
We'll also be discussing topics such as protecting digital assets from cyber-attacks, conducting risk assessments, building a culture of resilience, and promoting diversity and inclusion as part of a resilience strategy.
Get ready for some straight talk and great debates. Let's dive in!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:12) Introduction to Cedrick
(05:44) Key principles of building resilience in organizations
(14:32) Rise of cyber-attacks and other digital threats
(25:55) Best & worst practices for conducting risk assessments
(34:13) Building a culture of resilience
(37:37) Diversity and inclusion play in building resilience
(46:10) Contact Cedrick
Contacts
Contact Cedrick Moriggi: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Welcome to "Mind the Resilience," the podcast where we delve into the world of business continuity, disaster recovery and resilience. I'm your host, Ramki, and today we have a very special guest, Margaret Millet.
With a wealth of experience and expertise in the field, Margaret will share her insights on various aspects of business resilience. From her background and practical experience to the skills necessary for adapting to unexpected situations, we'll explore the key elements that contribute to effective business resilience strategies.
Margaret will also discuss the impact of the pandemic on crisis management and share examples of successful business continuity programs she has developed. Furthermore, she'll provide valuable guidance for those looking to make a positive impact in the business resilience community. Get ready to enhance your knowledge and empower yourself with the resilience mindset. Let's dive in!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:33) Introduction about Margaret
(04:34) How to develop skills in BCP and DR?
(08:44) Most important skills in business resilience
(11:14) How pandemic impacted approach to crisis management?
(19:01) How to ensure BCP programs are up-to-date?
(24:54) Approach to strategic leadership in business resilience
(28:02) Important traits of a successful strategic leader
(31:33) What motivates Margaret to give back to the business resilience community?
(35:00) What advice would Margaret give to new individuals in business resilience
(38:36) How to contact Margaret?
Contacts
Contact Margaret Millett: Linkedin
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio
Hello and welcome to Mind the Resilience! I'm Ramki, your host, and in this episode, we will be discussing the topic of business continuity with our guest, Mark Armour. Mark has a wealth of experience in business continuity planning and management and is an advocate for the Adaptive Business Continuity Manifesto.
In our conversation, we cover a range of topics, including the key principles and potential impact of the Adaptive Business Continuity Manifesto, the importance of collaboration and cross-functional partnerships in business continuity, lessons learned from managing natural disasters and disruptive events, and the future of business continuity.
Mark also shares his insights on how business continuity planning can help organizations build resilience, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses. And we wrap up by discussing best practices for testing and exercising business continuity plans.
So, whether you're a seasoned professional in the field or just starting to explore the topic of business continuity, this conversation is sure to be insightful and thought-provoking. Without further ado, let's dive in!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:39) Introduction about Mark
(03:12) What is Adaptive Business Continuity Manifesto?
(12:09) Collaboration and cross-functional partnerships in business continuity
(15:37) Lessons learned from managing natural disasters and disruptive events
(21:14) The future of business continuity: Trends, challenges, and opportunities
(27:10) Building organizational resilience through business continuity
(30:38) Business continuity for small and medium-sized businesses
(37:03) Best practices for testing and exercising business continuity plans
(44:08) How to Contact Mark?
Contacts
Contact Mark Armour: mnjarmour@gmail.com or Linkedin
Adaptive Business Continuity Manifesto website : Link
Contact Ramakrishnan Sankaran : LinkedIn or Visit Ramki's Bio