Many people shy away from Crisis Management, either unwilling to consider that they could be susceptible or unaware of the potential damage that could follow a string of rapidly changing events. Any business however, can find itself in a crisis and by being prepared it is possible to considerably mitigate the harm your business suffers as a result.

What is Crisis Management?
Crisis Management refers to the process of planning ahead, to ensure that were a crisis to occur, decision making can be swift and effective, limiting the negative impact of the events. This can be difficult, as plans often need to be made using incomplete information and with a number of unknown and unquantifiable elements in mind.

A crisis can occur in a number of different forms; it could be an internal issue such as product contamination, or fire or water damage on your premises. However, it could also be something further beyond your control, from a natural disaster such as an earthquake or volcanic eruption, to a political or criminal occurrence such as terrorism or political violence. It is crucial to consider the various threats to your business, and ensure that you limit property damage, business interruption and longer term damage to your organisation’s brand and reputation.

Undertaking Crisis Management
Crisis Management is becoming increasingly complex as businesses begin to operate on a more global scale. The need for a robust and comprehensive strategy is greater than ever, and can be the difference between growing back stronger or failing to recover. A comprehensive Crisis Management plan will not only aid your recovery, but help to relieve stress on your employees and maintain the trust of stakeholders.

As an organisation, your ability to manage and respond to a crisis, and the way in which you do so can dramatically affect recovery. Timely, compassionate and transparent responses not only limit the extent of the damage but also help you to build upon your reputation as a brand – a valuable asset in a time of crisis.

Regents’ Approach
At Regents, we believe that pre-incident reviews are crucial to determining the risks that are most relevant to your organisation. With regular reviews of the Crisis Management plans you have in place, you can ensure that all stakeholders feel confident, from employees to shareholders who rely on you for the ongoing success of the business.

It can be difficult to be sure that you have considered all the potential risks that your organisation is facing, and employing an external consultant can help you to ensure that you have adequate measures in place to protect your people, assets and brand. At Regents, we review and train your Crisis Management team, ensuring that they have everything they need to pre-empt a crisis, rather than having to learn in the midst of a crisis.