The end of 2020 ushered in a collective sigh of relief, with many of us happy to bid a year of record-breaking wildfires, an unusually active hurricane season, and a tumultuous political climate—all during a global pandemic— goodbye. The year was quite unlike any other, and we have been sharply reminded that no person or organization in any corner of the globe is immune to crisis.
But while 2020 had a series of unique challenges—and 2021 will surely bring many more— it reinforced the critical importance of ensuring employee health and safety. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, prioritizing employee health, safety, and well-being will continue to be key to building resilience, continuity, and operational readiness in 2021 and beyond.