Kyle Cruickshank

What happens when you compress a building evacuation into four minutes and put real people in charge? Our tabletop wargame,  Evacuate , set out to answer exactly that, and it delivered some eye-opening results. The full simulation laid out. Providing scenarios for each floor of the building. Tokens to represent different personalities within the building. Cards to create randomness keeping the game fresh each training. And a quick A4 rulepack to get you started on the game. At its core, the...

Understanding Crisis Management Crisis management involves the methods organisations use to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive events. These events can range from natural disasters, like floods or hurricanes, to technological failures, such as data breaches, or public relations issues, including negative media coverage. The main goal is to minimise damage and ensure the continuation of operations. A crisis, with proper management, can even present an opportunity for growth...

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the importance of IT disaster recovery planning cannot be overstated. For United Kingdom corporations, having a structured plan ensures continuity in operations, minimises financial losses, and preserves the integrity of sensitive data. This blog post outlines the steps necessary for developing an effective IT disaster recovery strategy tailored specifically to UK businesses. Understanding IT Disaster Recovery Planning IT disaster recovery planning...