Crisis Management in Manufacturing

The manufacturing sector is highly dynamic and interconnected, with complex supply chains and diverse operations. It faces numerous risks due to a variety of critical activities such as production lines, logistics, and customer service. Ensuring the safety of employees, as well as the continuity of operations, is essential for minimising downtime and mitigating risks.

Security is a top concern for manufacturers, with threats such as equipment failures, cyber attacks, natural disasters, and workplace accidents always present. Manufacturing facilities rely on sophisticated systems for operations, and when these systems experience downtime, quick restoration becomes crucial for business continuity.

The risks that manufacturing companies and employees face include:

• IT service outages
• Cyber attacks and system breaches
• Industrial accidents and machinery breakdowns
• Critical incidents requiring facility evacuation or lockdown
• Natural disasters such as fire, flood, or storms
• Supply chain disruptions

Crises Control provides manufacturers with automated incident management and IT alerting systems, helping to warn employees and resolve system outages promptly. These notifications ensure that employees have the necessary information to stay safe, informed, and operational.

Crises Control can use geo-targeted notifications to:

• Notify employees of safety risks or evacuation procedures
• Activate and coordinate emergency response teams
• Locate and communicate with employees using geo-location features
• Alert staff about severe weather or environmental hazards
• Manage workplace accidents, safety drills, and evacuations
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
• Send critical operational updates to stakeholders, including suppliers and customers