Getting Executive Attention Right: How to Effectively Share Situational Awareness Updates

A Practical Template for Sharing Watch Office Reports With Executives

One of the greatest challenges in public safety and corporate security is effectively communicating emerging threats and hazards. Organizational decision-making often falters not because threats are unnoticed, but because urgency and focus aren’t clearly conveyed from one person or group to the next.

When you're sharing important information with executives or key stakeholders, striking the right balance is crucial. If you overwarn, you risk becoming irrelevant; if you underwarn, the decision can cost you your job.

This quick communication "play" will help you confidently and succinctly share crucial situational awareness updates with executives who may be hearing this information for the first time.