Welcome to Crisis Pulse, a strategic learning series for leaders navigating high-impact decisions in volatile environments. No slides. No scripts. Just sharp, unscripted dialogue on what it takes to lead through disruption.
In our kickoff episode, “The Pressure Chain: Navigating Systemic Shocks,” host Gautier Porot, Global Crisis Management Practice Leader at International SOS, is joined by Cédrick Moriggi, a globally respected resilience strategist with a background in military intelligence and over 20 years of experience advising executive teams across high-risk industries. In this candid conversation, Cédrick shares insights and reflections drawn from his own professional journey, the views expressed are his own.
By watching this 50-minute recording, you will get answers to the following:
Q: What makes systemic shocks different from traditional crisis management scenarios?
A: Unlike isolated incidents, systemic shocks cascade across sectors, from energy to transport, data to decision-making. Cédrick explains how interconnectivity and speed of disruption demand a shift from reactive crisis management to proactive resilience design.
Q: How should crisis leaders respond when infrastructure collapses?
A: With clarity, calm, and speed, but also with humility. The webinar explores real decisions made during infrastructure failures, including why delaying a restart can be the most responsible choice when lives are at stake.
Q: What role do people play in crisis management and resilience?
A: People are the backbone of any system. Cédrick emphasizes that resilience isn’t just about technology or plans, it’s about empowering teams, preparing for human absence, and designing continuity that works even when systems fail.
Q: How can organizations turn resilience into a competitive advantage?
A: Resilience isn’t just insurance, it’s strategy. The session shows how companies that bounce back faster gain market share, protect their reputation, and retain talent. Bottom-up resilience and ethical leadership are key differentiators.
Q: What weak signals should crisis managers be watching for?
A: From ignored hotline complaints to unpaid contractors, weak signals often precede major failures. Cédrick shares how listening to frontline voices and third-party partners can uncover risks before they escalate.
