Preparedness starts with having the right frameworks in place. In this first step of our Preparedness in Practice series, our experts guide you through the importance of clear, up-to-date documentation - the foundation of any resilient organization.
What’s Inside the Checklist
“Is Your Documentation Fit for Purpose?” checklist includes:
- Core framework components every organization should have
- Review frequency and version control guidance
- Key risk considerations for the Middle East context
- A quick self-assessment to benchmark your current state
Why This Matters
In the Middle East’s complex and evolving geopolitical environment, every organisation must ensure their crisis management documentation is not only comprehensive — but also current.
Our experts, Nusrat Shariff, Head of Middle East Consulting Practice and Gillan McNay, Security Director, Assistance, explain why organisations that regularly review and update their documentation are better positioned to respond quickly and confidently when a situation arises.
Step 0 is about ensuring your foundations are strong — so your response isn’t built on uncertainty.
What You’ll Gain
By downloading the checklist, you will:
- Evaluate whether your current documentation is comprehensive and current
- Identify gaps in escalation protocols, communication pathways, and assigned responsibilities
- Set a clear review frequency and ownership process
- Strengthen your readiness before any incident occurs
About International SOS
For 40 years, International SOS has supported organizations in safeguarding their people and operations across challenging environments.
Our security experts bring local knowledge and global experience to help clients enhance preparedness and resilience at every stage of their crisis management journey.