Preparing for the Unplannable
What happens when the rulebook doesn’t apply?
Compliance Risk vs. Resilience Risk
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Compliance: Are we following the rules?
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Resilience: Can we adapt when the rules—and the game—suddenly change?
The Problem with Compliance-Only Thinking
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Static checklists
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Predictable scenarios
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Reactive responses
It’s not enough when black swan events hit.
Scenario-Based Planning: A Must for Black Swans
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What if a global cyberattack shuts us down?
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What if extreme weather disrupts operations?
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What if regulatory shifts halt a key market?
Resilience starts with stress-testing the impossible.
Modern BCPs Go Beyond Recovery
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Old model: Restart after disruption
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New model: Endure disruption in real-time
BCPs must become resilience engines, not just manuals.
Digital Twins = Risk Testing in Real Time
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Simulate operations virtually
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Identify weak points
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Predict cascading effects
From “what now?” to “what if?”
Why Resilience Is a Strategic Imperative
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Faster, smarter crisis decisions
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Stakeholder trust
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Faster recovery
Resilient companies don’t just survive—they lead.
Final Thought
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Compliance keeps you out of trouble
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Resilience keeps you in business
Are you just compliant—or are you truly resilient?
