The Escalating Threat Landscape: Analyzing Factors Contributing to Increased Incidents
An analysis of four key drivers impacting threat landscapes and insights for organizations to enhance their risk management and response strategies.
Thursday, 8 May 2025 | 12:30 – 1:30 PM ET
Credit
CPE:1.0
Description
This presentation explores the increasing likelihood of incidents in the coming years and emphasizes the importance of building resilience within organizations. It examines four key drivers contributing to this rise: the rapidly changing global political climate, climate change, system integration, close coupling and complexity, and the ongoing threat of cyberattacks. By analyzing and staying aware of these trends, organizations can enhance their risk management and response strategies.
Attendees will learn how to strengthen their preparedness through improved horizon scanning, contingency planning, and staff training to reduce the impact of these evolving risks. The session will offer insights into managing incidents in an increasingly volatile and interconnected world.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Charlie Maclean-Bristol, MA (Hons), PgD, FBCI, FEPS, CBCI, MCIPR, is a Business Continuity, Cyber Incident Management, and Crisis Management consultant with over 30 years of experience. He co-founded PlanB Consulting and Business Continuity Training (BCT). With a background that includes military service and roles at Anglian Water and Scottish Power, he is a hands-on expert who delivers consultancy services globally.
Topic: Risk Management
Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.
Attendees will learn how to strengthen their preparedness through improved horizon scanning, contingency planning, and staff training to reduce the impact of these evolving risks. The session will offer insights into managing incidents in an increasingly volatile and interconnected world.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Identify and understand the four key drivers increasing the likelihood of future incidents.
- Analyze how these global trends impact organizational resilience and risk exposure.
- Apply techniques such as horizon scanning, contingency planning, and staff training to strengthen organizational preparedness.
- Develop strategies to enhance incident response in a volatile and interconnected environment.
Charlie Maclean-Bristol, MA (Hons), PgD, FBCI, FEPS, CBCI, MCIPR, is a Business Continuity, Cyber Incident Management, and Crisis Management consultant with over 30 years of experience. He co-founded PlanB Consulting and Business Continuity Training (BCT). With a background that includes military service and roles at Anglian Water and Scottish Power, he is a hands-on expert who delivers consultancy services globally.
A former board member of the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) and a Fellow of both the Emergency Planning Society and BCI, Charlie has received numerous awards, most recently the BCI Global Business Continuity and Resilience Volunteer award in 2023. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Planning and Disaster Management and has contributed to several standards, including ISO 22361 Crisis Management Guidelines and the BCI’s Good Practice Guidelines.
Charlie is a prolific writer, speaker, and author, making significant contributions to the resilience profession.
*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.
Topic: Risk Management
Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.