A hot wash at the end of the training session gives participants the opportunity to summarize and validate the problems/issues/key points raised during the workshop. Time permitting, there will be a brief discussion of specific action items requiring follow-up to enhance the overall interagency Continuity of Operations planning and programs. Participants will also be requested to complete a participant questionnaire. All comments will be consolidated into an After Action Report (AAR). A separate Train-the-Trainer module (optional) is added at the conclusion of the workshop to help guide participants in their follow-on presentation to other groups. 9. Workshop Guidelines Participants are encouraged to participate in the discussions resulting from issues raised relative to cyber security and continuity planning. Facilitators will assist the participants in further developing individual observations and discussions. Workshop participation includes brainstorming techniques and free, non-attribution discussions, are highly encouraged. The following rules apply while brainstorming: Non-attribution is in effect Promote maximum group interaction Keep issues on a level that relates to the larger interagency community inputs based on facts; avoid hearsay Non-constructive criticism is highly discouraged on solutions Respect all ideas and comments Participate Remember, the overall workshop objective is not only to stress the process, but also to facilitate free information exchange and enhance participants’ knowledge of continuity and procedures. 10. Assumptions and Artificialities In any exercise discussion, a number of assumptions and artificialities may be necessary to complete play in the time allotted. During this workshop, the following There is no agenda” or trick questions. “hidden All participants receive information at the same time. Remain focused on your organization’s Continuity of Operations mission. Play as if all related cyber security topics have a direct impact on your organization.
A hot wash at the end of the training session gives participants the opportunity to summarize and validate the problems/issues/key points raised during the workshop. Time permitting, there will be a brief discussion of specific action items requiring follow-up to enhance the overall interagency Continuity of Operations planning and programs. Participants will also be requested to complete a participant questionnaire. All comments will be consolidated into an After Action Report (AAR). A separate Train-the-Trainer module (optional) is added at the conclusion of the workshop to help guide participants in their follow-on presentation to other groups. 9. Workshop Guidelines Participants are encouraged to participate in the discussions resulting from issues raised relative to cyber security and continuity planning. Facilitators will assist the participants in further developing individual observations and discussions. Workshop participation includes brainstorming techniques and free, non-attribution discussions, are highly encouraged. The following rules apply while brainstorming: Non-attribution is in effect Promote maximum group interaction Keep issues on a level that relates to the larger interagency community inputs based on facts; avoid hearsay Non-constructive criticism is highly discouraged on solutions Respect all ideas and comments Participate Remember, the overall workshop objective is not only to stress the process, but also to facilitate free information exchange and enhance participants’ knowledge of continuity and procedures. 10. Assumptions and Artificialities In any exercise discussion, a number of assumptions and artificialities may be necessary to complete play in the time allotted. During this workshop, the following There is no “hidden agenda” or trick questions. All participants receive information at the same time. Remain focused on your organization’s Continuity of Operations mission. Play as if all related cyber security topics have a direct impact on your organization.
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