The problem it solves
Plans that have never been tested fail on first contact with reality. An exercise is the only known way of finding that out before an incident does.
Who it is for
- Incident response teams;
- Management bodies and spokespersons;
- Cross-functional group teams.
Deliverables
- Exercise script with phased injects;
- Delivery and independent observation;
- Lessons-learnt report;
- Corrective plan with owners and deadlines.
Method
- 01
Design
Scenario and objectives.
- 02
Run
Injects and decisions.
- 03
Observe
Deadlines and communication.
- 04
Correct
Improvement plan.
Regulatory basis
- Article 27 of Decree-Law 125/2025, on training, continuity and incident management measures.
Expected results
- Decisions rehearsed before the incident;
- Deadlines tested under realistic conditions;
- A plan corrected on the basis of evidence.