Bakers’ Dozen II
In my previous post ‘Camelot is a Myth‘, I identified a dozen dynamics that challenge the myth of Unified Command as a modern Camelot. These can each, or all, cause a significant level of JIC dysfunction. People who have served in a Unified Command response can share horror stories, including one or more from this […]
Bakers’ Dozen I
In my last post, I identified ‘dynamic dozen of dysfunctions’ that challenge an effective Unified Command. There are likely many more such dysfunctions that seasoned responders can recognize and react to. In this post, we’ll look at solutions to save us from the dynamic dozen of dysfunction and return us to the wonder and glory […]
Camelot is a Myth
“Don’t let it be forgot That once there was a spot For one brief shining moment That was known as Camelot!” In a response, the Unified Command ideal is the same as the Camelot ideal; heroes come together to save the kingdom, chivalry and courage reign, decisions are wise and actions are just. No myth […]
Gaining Traction
Inertia is real, and it affects everything we do. Whether getting out of bed, competing in a drag race or starting crisis communication efforts, it takes time and effort to get going. In exercises, a common phrase for the JIC (Joint Information Center) performance is “It is going slowly, but finally gaining traction”. This reflects the […]
Welcome to the Brave New World!
Well, it is brave, but it’s not that new. Unified Command and the Joint Information Center (JIC) have been around in some form since the late 1960s. But it might be new for you! Many communicators spend their entire career without exposure to the JIC. Our only exposure may be in exercises or drills our […]