Beyond the Routine, Progress Is Built at Every Step
I had the pleasure of participating in another tabletop exercise with one of our clients this week. For some, these scenarios can feel daunting. They shine a light on what’s still evolving. And while there’s always room for growth, it’s just as important to pause and recognize the progress and preparedness that’s been built together.
These exercises often begin with a focus on gaps — what’s missing, where friction showed up, or which steps felt unclear. That focus is necessary. But what stood out this time, as it often does, was the strength already in place. The solutions that have been built. The coordination already defined. The confidence in the plan that’s been shaped over time.
Response was aligned. Execution was steady. Even in the face of simulated chaos, the foundation held.
Resilience Revealed in the Reps
These moments are a reminder that resilience isn’t built during the exercise. It’s revealed by it. The real work happens between sessions: refining processes, tightening configurations, running scenario after scenario, and documenting the plans you hope you’ll never need. That’s where capability becomes muscle memory.
Cybersecurity can feel like a treadmill. Threats evolve. Tools shift. The urgency is constant. But when a team enters a scenario and responds with clarity, calm, and confidence, it’s proof that the preparation is real.
Yes, there were takeaways. Yes, there’s still work to do. But it’s worth pausing to acknowledge the progress. The response is sharper. The coordination is tighter. The confidence is earned.
We’ve come a long way — and we’re only getting stronger.
