Várri Consultancy

02/04/2026

Operational resilience in the DIFC is evolving.

The DFSA has published Consultation Paper (CP) No. 170, proposing a new operational resilience framework that brings the DIFC closer to international supervisory standards, including the Basel Committee’s Principles for Operational Resilience.

The proposals signal a clear shift in regulatory focus from preventing operational incidents to ensuring that critical business services can continue through disruption, with explicit governance and board‑level accountability.

In our latest insights article, we explore:
- how supervisory expectations are evolving in the DIFC;
- what CP170 means in practice for authorised firms; and
- how organisations can prepare early, proportionately, and credibly.

Read the full article here:�🔗 https://varri.com/insights/operational-resilience-difc-evolving-supervisory-expectations

As with many regulatory developments, early engagement and thoughtful implementation will be key to strengthening resilience in practice, not just on paper.

How DFSA CP170 is reshaping operational resilience in the DIFC—what evolving supervisory expectations could mean for authorised firms.

19/03/2026

Wishing you a happy and peaceful Eid!

02/03/2026

In light of current regional developments, we would like to share a brief operational update.

Várri Consultancy remains fully operational. As a precautionary measure, we are currently delivering all our services remotely, in line with the recommendations given by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).

We continue to monitor the situation closely and remain fully available to support our clients.

Thank you for your understanding.

17/02/2026

We wish our clients, partners, and community who observe Ramadan a period of peace, reflection, and generosity.

07/02/2026

Earlier this week, joined the CEO Network session, hosted by IKEA, which brought together senior leaders for a morning of inspirational talks and dialogue about resilience.

The programme opened with a warm welcome from SBC, followed by opening remarks from the Ambassador of Sweden and insights from IKEA’s regional leadership, setting the stage for an inspirational keynote by on resilience beyond the office.

In the breakout discussions that followed, Johnny Kollin joined fellow CEOs and Managing Directors to exchange perspectives on leadership resilience, decision‑making under pressure, and sustaining performance in complex environments.

Thank you to the Swedish Business Council and IKEA for creating the space for such open, high‑quality conversations.

25/01/2026

With our first Communication on Progress now published, Várri enters 2026 with clear priorities on how we will continue integrating the United Nations (UN) Global Compact’s Ten Principles and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals across our advisory work.

Accountability, transparency, and principled delivery remain central to how we support executive decision‑making.

Read more about our approach and priorities via our UN Global Compact participant profile.

21/01/2026

Great evening at the Meet the Members event organised by Swedish Business Council UAE and Finnish Business Council UAE.

It’s always a pleasure connecting with the Nordic business community in the UAE and sharing the story behind Várri.

14/01/2026

A three‑minute spotlight. No slides.

Join the “Meet the Members” event at on 20 January 2026, organised by and .

Eight SBC and FBC corporate members will share quick talks in an informal, engaging format, kept on time with an hourglass. Expect good conversations and practical connections.

will be there with a 3‑minute take on what we do and why it matters. Come say hello.

DM for more information or register directly on the Swedish Business Council’s website before the 18th.

Comment below with the topic you think should be highlighted on stage.

13/01/2026

Online search interest in the term “resilience” reached a worldwide historic high in the last two months of 2025, according to Google Trends. The recent increase in search interest is evident both at a worldwide level, as well as in the Middle East and the Nordics.

But how is resilience built? Leading frameworks and studies consistently link long-term resilience to intentional, courageous decision-making about risk. In other words, resilience is not something that develops passively. It requires proactive, deliberate choices in the face of risk and uncertainty.

Leaders who proactively identify and address risk, rather than ignoring or reacting to incidents, are more resilient over the long term. Every choice you make today shapes your ability to thrive tomorrow.

Have you noticed more people talking about resilience lately?

12/01/2026

Climate adaptation finance is short by trillions, leaving economies and businesses exposed to accelerating physical and consequential risks.

Our latest Várri insight outlines the size of the gap, the post‑COP30 policy context, and the investment case for acting now, drawing on evidence that resilience can deliver attractive returns.

It explores how tech‑enabled efficiency (e.g., AI‑driven climate intelligence) can lower costs and improve outcomes, and why innovative startups will need robust business models and credible financial projections to translate climate benefits into monetary value.

Learn more by visiting the ”Insights” section of our website.

31/12/2025