Inside the Strategy Room 208. Preparing your organization for uncertainty
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Jun 13, 2024 
Explore practical strategies for managing uncertainty in organizations with guests Rear Admiral Wyman Howard III and Mihir Mysore. Topics include scenario planning, risk management, leadership skills, and agility in decision-making. Learn about leveraging technology, cultivating resilience, and collaborating effectively in times of uncertainty.
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Novel Uncertainties
- Current uncertainties feel different due to their novelty, speed, and interconnected nature.
- Organizations lack established patterns for responding to these rapidly evolving, compounding uncertainties.
Scenario Planning and Rehearsals
- Regularly develop offensive and defensive scenario plans based on high-confidence risk inputs.
- Use red teaming and rehearsals to prepare for potential disruptions and capitalize on opportunities quickly.
Leadership Development
- Develop leaders by placing them in unfamiliar and challenging situations.
- This builds their confidence and decision-making skills for navigating uncertainty.