Many companies question if they have the financial capital reserves to deal with a major loss or crisis, but how many are asking if they have the necessary social capital.
That was one of the key messages coming out of a breakfast seminar organised by LINK Associates International last month. Held suitably in the Churchill War Rooms underneath Whitehall, the seminar, entitled Challenges and Future of Risk and Resilience Management, brought together crisis managers from the public and private sector as well as academics specialising in business continuity and resilience.
The presentation by the academics stimulated a lively debate among the delegates, many of whom said one of the great benefits from the morning was to meet people who could, in the words of one senior manager, “end up in the same boat as me.”
Exchange of information between organisations and sectors was seen as a central ingredient in building resilience. It was decided that connecting knowledge and co-ordinating crisis plans could become a self-promoting activity within social networks, the so-called investment in social capital.
The delegates agreed that companies do not operate in a vacuum and it was seen that a critical sign of maturity was the sharing of plans, exchanging “top tips”, coupled with a confidence to foster inter-organisational learning about crisis management. Crisis simulations and rehearsals were seen as one of the best means to accelerate maturity.
To request a copy of the summary of the breakfast seminar, please email Salma Sabir. For more details on our training centre, please visit our website.
New London Crisis Simulator
Immerse your strategic and executive teams in realistic simulation 3 minutes walk from the Tower of London. LINK’s new crisis simulation suite at St. Katharine Docks, London, replicates the inputs, resources and distractions senior management teams will experience in real-life.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
The Command Course Returns!
Who should attend?
This programme is specifically designed for those responsible for business continuity and for those working in operational and tactical teams. It will equip them with the practical tools and skills they’ll need during a business continuity invocation and response.
What is the aim?
The aim of the programme is to provide a comprehensive programme to those wishing to understand how Command Centres work for a business continuity response.
The course covers:
- Working in a fully active Command Centre
- Working in a BC Team/Crisis Team, in a variety of roles
- Interface between BC teams and external bodies
- Establishment of process and facilities
- Practical experience in leadership &decision
- Shortcomings in information flow
- Management of stress in oneself and others
- Interfacing with Blue Light Services
Duration:
3 days
Venue:
Derby
Fee:
£1800* + VAT
*10% discount for members of BCI, SIESO, & EPS
Dates:
7 – 9 December 2011
Contact us for 2012 dates
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Control Rooms Conference 2011
Harmonising ergonomics, new technologies and data management
Ask questions and gain knowledge from the experts
The conference will examine the latest in design, operation and management of control rooms. It will promote discussion and interactive learning between different industries, addressing operational concerns, design trends, human factors and the effects of cost constraints.
Your expert faculty of speakers includes Stephen James, Managing Director at LINK.
As a contact of LINK Associates International you are entitled to a 20% discount, simply call us at 01332222299 to get the discount VIP code to use when you register.
Register by 26 August to save up to £200!
Ask questions and gain knowledge from the experts
The conference will examine the latest in design, operation and management of control rooms. It will promote discussion and interactive learning between different industries, addressing operational concerns, design trends, human factors and the effects of cost constraints.
Main conference: Tuesday 27 - Wednesday 28 September 2011
Emergency Response Workshop: Monday 26 September 2011
Crowne Plaza - St James, London, UK
Your expert faculty of speakers includes Stephen James, Managing Director at LINK.As a contact of LINK Associates International you are entitled to a 20% discount, simply call us at 01332222299 to get the discount VIP code to use when you register.
Register by 26 August to save up to £200!
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Offshore Europe - Visit LINK on Stand 1F68
Offshore Europe Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition
6-8 September 2011 in Aberdeen, UK
6-8 September 2011 in Aberdeen, UK
Monday, August 8, 2011
LINK Open Courses in September
Practical Emergency Management
14 - 16 September 2011
This course is specifically designed for those responsible for business continuity and for those working in operational and tactical teams. It will equip them with the tactical tools and skills they'll need during a BC invocation and response.
The Course will benefit:
Suitable for senior managers, shift supervisors, plant managers, safety managers and BC practitioners.
Location: Derby
Duration: 3 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £1500*
Incident Controllers Course
29 - 30 September 2011
This two day programme improves the skills and techniques of those assigned with responding to the scene. It combines practical training, presentations, workshops and seven incident scene orientated exercises.
The Course will benefit:
For all organisations and the people working within them, the initial response to an unplanned incident is critical.
Location: Derby
Duration: 2 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £950*
* 10% discount for members of BCI, SIESO, EPS & CIA
This course is specifically designed for those responsible for business continuity and for those working in operational and tactical teams. It will equip them with the tactical tools and skills they'll need during a BC invocation and response.
The Course will benefit:
Suitable for senior managers, shift supervisors, plant managers, safety managers and BC practitioners.
Location: Derby
Duration: 3 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £1500*
Incident Controllers Course
This two day programme improves the skills and techniques of those assigned with responding to the scene. It combines practical training, presentations, workshops and seven incident scene orientated exercises.
The Course will benefit:
For all organisations and the people working within them, the initial response to an unplanned incident is critical.
Location: Derby
Duration: 2 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £950*
* 10% discount for members of BCI, SIESO, EPS & CIA
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Bite Sized Business Continuity
Essential business continuity skills delivered in bite sized chunks. Choose just one day or all three days and make one big bite sized course!
Business Impact Analysis
A simple one day ‘how to’ guide for anyone who has been asked to conduct a Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
What is included? Principles, practice, templates and tools.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must complete a BIA template.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Tuesday 24 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
Business Continuity Planning
A simple one day ‘how to’ guide for anyone who has been asked to develop a business continuity response and recovery plan.
What is included? Principles of response and recovery planning, templates, effective checklist design and a mini guide to rehearsing plans.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must develop a business continuity plan.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Wednesday 25 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
Business Continuity Team Leader
A fast-paced look into the practical and intellectual challenge of coordinating a response team. How to manage information, how to coordinate and control the focus of a team and how to make essential communications.
What is included? Principles, tools, and best practice.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must lead a business continuity team.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Thursday 26 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
Business Impact Analysis
A simple one day ‘how to’ guide for anyone who has been asked to conduct a Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
What is included? Principles, practice, templates and tools.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must complete a BIA template.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Tuesday 24 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
Business Continuity Planning
A simple one day ‘how to’ guide for anyone who has been asked to develop a business continuity response and recovery plan.
What is included? Principles of response and recovery planning, templates, effective checklist design and a mini guide to rehearsing plans.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must develop a business continuity plan.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Wednesday 25 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
Business Continuity Team Leader
A fast-paced look into the practical and intellectual challenge of coordinating a response team. How to manage information, how to coordinate and control the focus of a team and how to make essential communications.
What is included? Principles, tools, and best practice.
Who should attend? Business Continuity Managers, Analysts, Coordinators or anyone who must lead a business continuity team.
Open Courses (in-company course available)
Date: Thursday 26 May 2011
Time: 10:15 - 15:30
Location: Derby, UK (1hr35mins from London St Pancras)
Cost: £295 + VAT per person per course/day*
Call us to book or to discuss your requirement on +44 (0)1332 222299 or email info@linkassociates.com
*Bite off more than you can chew!
Book two Bite sized Business Continuity courses, get 5% off.
Book all three Bite sized Business Continuity courses, get 10% off.
Book two Bite sized Business Continuity courses, get 5% off.
Book all three Bite sized Business Continuity courses, get 10% off.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Upcoming open courses from LINK
Incident Controllers Course
9 - 10 June 2011
This two day programme improves the skills and techniques of those assigned with responding to the scene. It combines practical training, presentations, workshops and seven incident scene orientated exercises.
The Course will benefit:
For all organisations and the people working within them, the initial response to an unplanned incident is critical.
Location: Derby
Duration: 2 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £950*
Practical Emergency Management
29 June - 1 July 2011
This course is specifically designed for those responsible for business continuity and for those working in operational and tactical teams. It will equip them with the tactical tools and skills they'll need during a BC invocation and response.
The Course will benefit:
Suitable for senior managers, shift supervisors, plant managers, safety managers and BC practitioners.
Location: Derby
Duration: 3 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £1500*
* 10% discount for members of BCI, SIESO, EPS & CIA
**10 % discount for members of CIA
This two day programme improves the skills and techniques of those assigned with responding to the scene. It combines practical training, presentations, workshops and seven incident scene orientated exercises.
The Course will benefit:
For all organisations and the people working within them, the initial response to an unplanned incident is critical.
Location: Derby
Duration: 2 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £950*
Practical Emergency Management
This course is specifically designed for those responsible for business continuity and for those working in operational and tactical teams. It will equip them with the tactical tools and skills they'll need during a BC invocation and response.
The Course will benefit:
Suitable for senior managers, shift supervisors, plant managers, safety managers and BC practitioners.
Location: Derby
Duration: 3 days
Fee (Ex VAT): £1500*
* 10% discount for members of BCI, SIESO, EPS & CIA
**10 % discount for members of CIA
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