What can be a consequence of debating incident severity during an incident?

Debating incident severity during an incident can lead to increased response time. When team members invest time in discussing and assessing the severity of an incident rather than taking immediate action, it can delay the response efforts. This can result in the incident escalating or impacting systems or services longer than necessary, which can further complicate recovery efforts.

In high-pressure situations, swift decision-making is critical for minimizing impact and restoring services promptly. While discussions about severity can be important for understanding the situation, they should not hinder the urgency of response actions that need to take place.