EP 2: Coronavirus: Beginning to Prepare for The All-Clear

04/15/20 • 20 min

In this episode, Rich Pierle takes a closer look at the effect of coronavirus on various industries in terms of risk exposure utilizing Moody’s Global COVID-19 Impact Heatmap. Rich also explores critical questions that can foster organizational progress during times of crisis: How can I make a pivot and utilize my existing supply chain to meet global demand and mitigate risk? Finally, he offers real-world, how-to advice for business leaders beginning to prepare for the all-clear post coronavirus.

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EP. 1 - Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Coronavirus

Rich Pierle, host of Pier Digital Podcast, recently released his first podcast episode about how organizations and leaders should address business continuity planning in light of the coronavirus pandemic. In this important episode, Rich talks about what it means to take action during times of crisis and specific measures to consider for your organization. Episode 1 is filled with anecdotes—from his time at Becton Dickinson as former CIO and EVP for Global Services—and the leadership mindset framework needed on how to cope during very challenging periods.

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EP 3: Return to Work (RTW) Planning, Workbook & Tools

In this episode, Rich Pierle discusses the importance of Return to Work (RTW) Planning and introduces Pier Digital's online COVID-19 Information Project. The information contained within the COVID-19 Information Project is a state-by-state listing containing various pieces of information such as state opening status and public gatherings. It is a repository of resources and data from state and federal governments, health organizations, Think Tanks, and more. Leaders can augment their existing efforts with the site's information to better mobilize their people, planning, and processes during COVID-19. Rich also introduces his next focus, the Return to Work (RTW) workbook for CIOs, CEO, and C-Suite Leaders responsible for mobilizing their people, processes, and technology.