To Pay or Not to Pay a Cyber Ransom: Hobson’s Choice in Crisis Management

Businesses and organizations today face increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity threats, such as ransomware attacks. When faced with such a crisis, leaders often find themselves in a predicament, grappling with the question of whether to pay or not pay a cyber ransom. This conundrum can be described as a Hobson’s choice, a term coined in the 17th …

Business Continuity Planning and Operational Resilience: Chess vs. Checkers – Why Compliance Alone Isn’t Enough

As a specialist in business continuity planning and operational resilience, I often see companies just focusing on meeting rules and regulations without truly understanding the need to be prepared for real-life problems. While it’s essential to follow the rules, only checking off the boxes won’t protect your business when faced with a tough situation. To …