The recent CrowdStrike update has triggered widespread disruptions across various sectors, causing chaos and affecting multiple aspects of society, including flights, emergency services, payment systems, news channels, and transportation. The impact on those who manage such crises is significant, requiring immediate response, technical remediation, and coordination among cross-functional teams to mitigate further damage and restore services. Effective incident response requires preparedness, integrated planning, training, clear communication, and a culture of readiness to address the growing complexity and potential impact of incidents in our increasingly digital world.