Which organizations should be involved in communications planning?

All stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private sector entities, and owners of critical infrastructure, should be involved in formulating communications plans and strategies.

The involvement of all stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private sector entities, and owners of critical infrastructure ensures that communications strategies are thorough, integrated, and interoperable, which is essential for effective coordination during incidents. For example, in a coordinated response to a natural disaster, private sector companies managing critical infrastructure like power and water utilities must work alongside public agencies to ensure seamless communication and resource allocation.

From the perspective of emergency managers, involving a broad spectrum of organizations in communications planning enhances the collective ability to share critical information and coordinate response efforts efficiently.

This collaborative approach ensures that communication systems and protocols are universally understood and effectively implemented, facilitating a unified response to emergencies.

Source: https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is700b/handouts/national_incident_management%20system_third%20edition_october_2017.pdf