What do flash floods, frozen tents, and soggy sleeping bags have to do with business? Turns out, camping mishaps are full of risk management lessons every leader should know.
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$1,000 Mistakes: Risk Lessons from Bear Country
A simple camping trip turned into a crash course in risk management when my sister nearly violated bear safety regulations—risking a $1,000 fine. From compliance mistakes in the wilderness to costly business missteps, this story highlights why understanding and mitigating risks is essential in any environment.
Streamline Your Information Security Program with SimpleRisk’s Ready-Made Templates
Building an information security program from scratch can be overwhelming, but SimpleRisk is here to help. Discover how our free, ready-to-use templates can simplify the process and get your security program up and running quickly.
Reliable Partners in Risk Management: Lessons from the Rock Face, Third Party Risk, and the Value of Certification
Choosing the right third-party vendors is a lot like picking a reliable climbing partner—technical skills matter, but alignment in risk mindset is just as crucial. Learn how a harrowing descent from a multi-pitch climb revealed key lessons in risk management, trust, and the value of security certifications.
Luck Isn’t a Strategy: What Rock Climbing Teaches Us About Managing Risk
Risk management in business isn't about avoiding danger, it's about understanding and preparing for it. Just like a climber with the right gear, successful companies assess, train, and plan to face the unpredictable terrain ahead.
GRC in the Wild: When Over-Preparation Becomes the Real Risk
Being prepared is crucial—but is there such a thing as being too prepared? My Big Bend backpacking misadventure taught me a valuable lesson about risk management, one that applies just as much to GRC as it does to the wilderness.
How to Integrate HITRUST CSF and the Secure Controls Framework in Your GRC Strategy
Struggling to align multiple compliance frameworks in your GRC program? Learn how to integrate HITRUST CSF and the Secure Controls Framework in SimpleRisk to streamline compliance, enhance security, and leverage AI for a more efficient risk management strategy.
From Audit Fatigue to Efficiency: How SimpleRisk Empowers Auditors
Tired of audit fatigue and juggling multiple frameworks? Discover how SimpleRisk streamlines compliance by integrating the Secure Controls Framework (SCF) and centralizing audit activities, making it the ultimate tool for auditors seeking efficiency and precision.
Using Artificial Intelligence with FAIR to Enhance Precision and Scalability
Discover how combining the FAIR methodology with artificial intelligence revolutionizes risk management by providing precise, scalable, and data-driven insights. Learn how this powerful synergy enhances decision-making, optimizes resource allocation, and transforms how organizations approach risk quantification.
