DRI Malaysia

Happy Labour Day to the resilience builders across the world!

As we look ahead, the role of resilience will only grow in importance. Building stronger, more agile organizations starts with the expertise and dedication of practitioners like you.

Labour Day is a fitting time to recognize the people driving this shift—often quietly, yet with growing impact.

Thank you for the work you do—today and every day.

Getting certified is a significant milestone, but keeping it active is what truly demonstrates your long-term commitment to excellence.

Maintaining your certification allows you to:
✔️ Maintain full access to valuable DRI resources and guides
✔️ Strengthen your professional credibility and trust within the industry
✔️ Enhance your career growth and open doors to new opportunities
✔️ Stay connected with a global network of resilience professionals
✔️ Reinforce your organisation’s confidence in your expertise and capabilities

A certification is not just a title; it is an ongoing journey of growth, learning, and professional relevance.

To guide you through the certification maintenance process, refer to the official guidelines here:

🔗 https://drii.org/maintaincertification

If you need any assistance or are unsure where to begin, our team is here to help. Reach out to us at [email protected], and we’ll guide you step-by-step to ensure your certification remains active and in good standing.

Stay active. Stay credible. Stay resilient.

Maintaining Certification | DRI International Maintaining your DRI International certification carries two requirements; an annual maintenance fee as well as Continuing Education Activity Points (CEAP). Once suspended, the designation can no longer be used.

Resilience has become a strategic priority at the organizational level.

Many organizations are now turning to recognized certification pathways to validate and strengthen their resilience capabilities, ensuring that what is in place is not only documented but also effective.

Strong organizations don’t just react to disruption — they anticipate, adapt, and emerge stronger.

📩 Learn more about how organizations are advancing their resilience journey➡️ https://dri-malaysia.org/organizational-certification/

Resilience is a shared responsibility between individuals and organizations.

Professionals who pursue Business Continuity certification are not just enhancing their own careers. They are contributing to stronger, more prepared organizations.

In turn, organizations that support certification create a culture of resilience that can withstand disruption and drive sustainable growth.

Our certification pathway is designed to support both — empowering individuals while strengthening organizational capability.

📩 Interested in getting certified or upskilling your team? Reach out to us via [email protected] and let’s start the conversation.

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri!
Warm wishes from DRI Malaysia to our members and practitioners—may your celebration be filled with peace and togetherness.

📣 Our First DRI ASEAN & GCC Thrive e‑Newsletter Is Here!

We’re thrilled to share that the very first edition of the DRI ASEAN & GCC Thrive e‑Newsletter is now live. A new platform created to bring together insights, perspectives, and practical knowledge from resilient practitioners across the two regions.

📝 Featured Articles
1️⃣ From Banking Floors to Boardrooms: My Lifelong Journey in Business Continuity Management
By Sharon Liao Barbosa (Philippines)

2️⃣ Two Sides of the Same Coin: Integrating Third‑Party Risk and Business Continuity in Digital Banking
By Rozana binti Zainal Azman (Malaysia)

3️⃣ Tone from the Top: Why It Matters More Than Any Framework
By Captain Dato’ Badrul Hisham Yusoff (Malaysia)

4️⃣ Connected Disruption: Are IoT and ESG Strengthening Supply Chains — or Making Them Fragile by Design?
By Amena AlBasher (Saudi Arabia)

If you’re keen to explore the full newsletter, simply PM us or email us at [email protected] to request the copies.

We’re happy to share it with anyone passionate about resilience, risk, and continuity across ASEAN and the GCC.

Let’s keep the regional business resilience community connected and growing!

📄 New Release for Resilience Professionals!

Developed by DRI International, the latest DRI International Glossary for Resilience provides standardized terminology that strengthens the foundation of resilience practices across industries.

In our day-to-day work — whether we’re discussing RTO, crisis response, risk assessments, or recovery strategies — having a shared understanding of terms makes all the difference.

Resilience is built on strong fundamentals. Clear terminology is one of them.

If you are involved in business continuity, crisis management, risk, or governance, this is a practical reference worth keeping close at hand.

You can download the document here:https://dri-malaysia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/International_Glossary_for_Resilience_2026.pdf

Let’s continue building stronger, more aligned resilience practices together.

Salam Ramadan!
To all our Muslim members and practitioners,

As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a peaceful and meaningful fasting season.

Ramadan is a time of reflection, spiritual renewal, patience, and gratitude. It reminds us to strengthen our values, care for our communities, and nurture compassion in both our personal and professional lives.

Selamat Menyambut Ramadan Al-Mubarak. 🌙

As we welcome the Lunar New Year, we embrace a season of renewal, resilience, and fresh beginnings. Organizations must also prepare for the opportunities and uncertainties ahead.

May this new year bring greater resilience in the face of change.

From all of us, wishing you and your loved ones abundance, good health, and continued success in the year ahead. Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🍊

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆.

As risks grow more complex, organisations need more than documentation. They need prepared people, tested plans, and proven confidence.

In 2026, DRI Malaysia is proud to support organisations through practical, internationally recognised programs designed to strengthen crisis readiness and business resilience.

These programs help you and your team meet regulatory expectations, build internal capability, and demonstrate readiness with confidence.

📎 Download the full 2026 program schedule in the attached PDF:https://dri-malaysia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DRI-Master-Schedule-2026-MY-V3.pdf

👉 Contact us to discuss which program best supports you and your organization’s goals.

Let’s build resilience—practically, purposefully, and with heart.

As we close 2025, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust, engagement, and commitment to building resilience across the region.

This year has been truly meaningful, and the journey continues!

Stay tuned for exciting initiatives in 2026. Your passion and professionalism inspire us every day.

Learn more and explore what’s next: https://dri-malaysia.org/dri-all-programs/

Here’s to an even more impactful year ahead! 💪