CISA has updated its Secure Tomorrow Series Toolkit to address the evolving risks faced by critical infrastructure. As owners and operators grapple with a multitude of social, technological, economic, environmental, and political challenges, their ability to plan for future resilience and security can be compromised. The toolkit is designed to help by structuring and facilitating discussions on these complex issues, which are crucial for formulating actionable and effective strategies.
The latest update introduces three new topics to the toolkit: information and communications technology supply chain resilience, advanced manufacturing, and water availability. These additions are intended to complement the existing topics already covered in the toolkit, such as brain-computer interfaces and synthetic biology. Each new topic aims to highlight emerging and evolving risks that could impact critical infrastructure resilience and security.
The Secure Tomorrow Series Toolkit provides a range of strategic foresight activities, including matrix games and scenario workshops. These activities are tailored to different levels of participation and time commitments, allowing critical infrastructure partners to engage in meaningful and productive discussions. By using these structured methods, organizations can better identify and address potential risks.
Overall, CISA’s updated toolkit seeks to improve risk mitigation and enhance organizational resilience. It provides high-quality prompts and extensive supporting materials to help participants distill real concerns from theoretical discussions. This approach not only aids in strategic planning but also strengthens networks among stakeholders, promoting collaborative and informed responses to future challenges.
