This document discusses how to build an organization that is ready to effectively respond to crises. It outlines three key steps: 1) Define the difference between an issue and a crisis based on the level of impact and disruption. Crises threaten long-term negative impacts to stakeholders, environment, operations, reputation or finances. 2) Consider potential worst-case scenarios an organization may face, such as cyber attacks, misconduct, accidents, disasters or regulatory incidents. 3) Take a 360 degree view by understanding stakeholders' expectations and how to meet them in real-time in order to build trust in the brand and minimize negative impacts. The overall goal is to make an organization "crisis ready" so