Critical infrastructure guide
Infrastructure Exercises and Scenario Testing
Use structured exercises to reveal hidden dependencies and decision gaps.
Systems note: infrastructure classifications, standards and responsibilities vary by country and operator. Use current local requirements for real decisions.
Why this matters
Use structured exercises to reveal hidden dependencies and decision gaps.
Core system ideas
Tabletop exercises can test roles, communications and assumptions without disrupting live systems.
Scenarios should include cascading effects and prolonged outages, not only a single equipment failure.
After-action items need owners and deadlines so exercises improve real readiness.
What to review
Useful reviews usually combine service criticality, dependencies, condition, capacity, maintenance, alternate arrangements, restoration time and clear ownership rather than relying on one isolated metric.