Starting from risk awareness, building sustainable resilience

        Everyone has experienced an accident, perhaps when their computer suddenly crashed while rushing to work; Perhaps when I was out, I was surprised to find that my wallet was missing; Perhaps on the way to work, the car suddenly broke down... etc. When an accident knocks on the door, are you ready? In order to assist individuals, families, or businesses in calmly responding to various emergencies and making the best judgments, Far Eastern New Century Corporation Learning & Development Center 、 The Information Security Department has specially invited Lu Mincheng, the only specially appointed information security system lecturer in the Asia region of ISO International Standards Organization, to share a secret weapon for resolving crises - ISO22301, to help everyone overcome various challenges with the concept of "continuous operation management".

        Risk Management in Daily Life

                Imagine what preparations you would make before embarking on your long-awaited overseas trip? For example: confirm the weather at the destination and prepare suitable clothing; Prepare identification photos to prevent them from being lost locally; Carrying regular medications to avoid discomfort in a different location... The seemingly ordinary preparations mentioned above are actually practicing risk management - anticipating potential problems and preparing in advance to reduce uncertainty and potential losses during the journey.

        In fact, risk management thinking has long been integrated into the daily lives of the public, such as bringing rain gear when seeing weather forecasts that it may rain; Before going shopping at the supermarket, we will ensure that cash or mobile payments are fully prepared; When you find that your phone's battery is low when you go out, you may bring a power bank. These are actions to anticipate risks and prepare accordingly, which is also the core concept of ISO 22301- to identify risks in advance and make corresponding preparations based on the level of risk tolerance to reduce panic when problems occur.

        So you are already a master of risk management?

        You may wonder, is such a simple matter still considered risk management? you 're right! Seemingly ordinary preparation can effectively assist individuals in calmly facing unexpected situations. When you carry an umbrella with you and encounter sudden heavy rain, even if your mood is slightly affected, you won't be flustered; When you have a power bank ready, even if your phone runs out of battery, you feel at ease because it can be charged at any time.

        This extends to family life, from the supply of daily necessities inventory to emergency action plans and emergency reserves, all of which can help family members stay calm in case of accidents. This is the spirit of ISO 22301. After making sufficient preparations, they can respond to unforeseen challenges in an orderly manner to ensure that life continues as usual.

        How can companies turn risks into safety?

        In terms of enterprise management, the application of ISO 22301 is even more important. After all, modern enterprises not only face market competition, but also risks such as natural disasters, cyber attacks, and supply chain disruptions, which can have a significant impact on the company's operations and even lead to shutdowns or huge losses. How to sustain operations in a crisis ridden environment is a topic of concern for ISO 22301, and developing a 'Business Continuity Plan' has become a top priority.

        The 'Business Continuity Plan' of an enterprise is a systematic process that includes emergency preparedness, crisis management, data protection, and other aspects. For example, many companies regularly conduct disaster recovery drills to simulate how to quickly respond and restore operations in the event of a cyber attack; Or arrange internal training to guide colleagues in preparing for emergencies. In addition, companies will regularly conduct risk assessments, identify potential issues in advance, and develop response measures to avoid or reduce losses, maintain stable operations, and even quickly recover. In other words, through the 'Business Continuity Plan', enterprises can increase their resilience in the face of risks, which not only helps to enhance trust and image among customers and the market, but also concerns the survival of the company.

        Cultivate a social and cultural awareness of risk management

        Whether in life or work, the concept of ISO 22301 can help us start from details, reduce risks, and calmly face various challenges to ensure the continuous operation of life. However, truly effective risk management requires not only technical and procedural preparation, but also a correct attitude. If we can view risks with a positive, responsible, and proactive attitude, integrate the concept of risk management into our daily lives and decision-making, cultivate risk management awareness and habits, we can reduce the impact of accidents, enhance the resilience and wisdom of individuals and enterprises in facing challenges, and achieve the goal of "fearlessness of risks and sustainable operation".

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