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Understanding the Importance of Effective Incident Management Centers

December 12, 2022 by Jamie Clark
Incident Management Centers

Do you know the importance of incident management control centers? These central locations act as command posts whenever a critical event or unforeseen crisis occurs. You need to have an easy-to-access area where your team can gather and share information. Here’s why a well-designed, effective incident management hub is a must for your organization.

Immediate Response to Disruptive Situations

In an ideal world, nothing out of the ordinary would happen in your control room. But that’s not a realistic vision. Instead, you must plan for anything and everything. After all, no one can predict when a disruptive event might happen.

Where will everyone go when a situation does occur? The incident management control center should become the central hub for your organization. This control room should help you provide an immediate, real-time response to any threat.

Disruptive events can be benign or highly dangerous. The COVID-19 pandemic proved just this. Some situations may even be a matter of life or death. And, being able to stop a threat in its tracks is crucial. However, time is of the essence. Well-planned incident management will help ensure fast deployment and a time-effective response.

An incident center should be able to handle any emergency without delay. Your team must be able to devise a solution as fast as possible. Incident management is vital for all industries that require an immediate response. These include healthcare facilities, financial companies, and government organizations.

How to Design an Incident Management Control Center

While most organizations have an emergency plan in place, many still use old technology. Unfortunately, outdated systems may create a response lag. The most advanced and user-friendly technology will ensure teams can share vital information as it happens.

What should your incident control room look like? Many have similar features. For example, video wall systems with clear displays are a must. Wall systems make it easy to watch unfolding events at a glance. Durable, ergonomic furniture is also a good idea. Seats with headrests provide much-needed comfort. Keyboards should be easy to reach. Adjustable consoles make it easy to go from a seated to a standing position. Proper cable management may even reduce the risk of work-related injuries.

Control room fatigue is real. And tired operators make more mistakes. A well-designed room will ensure your team stays alert in any situation. It can even boost productivity. Command centers are not a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, your consoles should meet the ever-changing demands of your organization.

Don’t Leave Your Incident Management Control Room to Chance

It’s best to prepare for the unexpected. And, a well-designed incident center will ensure your organization can react quickly to any situation. Fountainhead Control Rooms understands the unique challenges command centers face. That’s why we custom design control rooms to meet the demands of each client. We’ll lead you through every step of the process. So, get in touch to learn what makes our incident management centers stand out from the rest.

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