Erwood Group
MAY 27, 2025
ERWOODS LAWS Erwoods Laws of Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery Executive Summary: Erwoods Laws of Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery Erwoods Laws of Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery , authored by Keith Erwood and inspired by Murphys Laws of Combat, delivers a sharp, pragmatic perspective on the realities of managing business crises.
Security Industry Association
MAY 27, 2025
New measures signed into law last week in Washington and Oregon ensure security manufacturers will not be required to disclose sensitive technical information regarding their products, protecting the integrity of security and life safety systems and the lives of those who depend on them. On May 22, 2025, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law SB 959 , which added an exemption omitted in the states right to repair measure applicable to consumer and household electronics enacted in 2024, as part o
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Bernstein Crisis Management
MAY 22, 2025
The First Line of Defense: Customer Service as a Crisis Prevention Tool By Michelle Sinning, APR In an age where reputations can rise and fall in a single tweet, customer service isnt just about resolving problemsits about preventing a crisis. Too often, companies treat customer service as the final step in the customer journey: a reactive department that kicks in only when something goes wrong.
PagerDuty
MAY 20, 2025
PagerDuty.orgs Latest Impact Cohort of Nine Organizations Improves Urgent Health Outcomes Globally For organizations providing vital mental health assistance, safety crisis services and delivering critical humanitarian support when disaster strikes, reliable digital infrastructure is essential. Whether connecting individuals to crisis counselors via text or coordinating face-to-face healthcare support, these digital services must operate seamlessly.
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Strengthen your operations with the Supply Chain Resilience Checklist. This practical, easy-to-use tool helps your organization prepare for disruptions and ensure long-term continuity in an unpredictable world. Why Download: Identify and assess critical supply chain risks Ask the right questions to evaluate vendor preparedness Implement effective strategies to reduce vulnerabilities Improve communication, transparency, and coordination across your network What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate and m
Recovery Diva
MAY 13, 2025
New report from PewTrusts: How States Can Build Disaster-Ready Budgets Strategies for reducing fiscal risks in the face of rising costs “Policymakers at every level of government are grappling with the rising costs of storms, floods, wildfires, and other natural disasters and how best to aid affected communities. As disasters have grown in frequency and severity, so too has the strain on public finances and the urgency to update budgeting practices, especially in the states, to help public
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LogisManager
MAY 15, 2025
Risk-Based Approach to Supply Chain Risk Management Last Updated: May 15, 2025 From unexpected tariff changes to geopolitical shifts, organizations face growing uncertainty. Those that take a proactive, risk-based approach to supply chain management are better prepared to navigate these challenges without major overhauls or reactive scrambling. By anticipating risks and planning accordingly, companies can maintain stability and reduce the impact of unforeseen events.
PagerDuty
MAY 15, 2025
Observability platforms want to do it allfrom data collection to incident response. Their pitch is appealing: one platform to eliminate context switching and reduce overhead. But when critical systems failand they will fail, add-on incident management modules won’t save you. You need an end-to-end system built specifically for high-stakes incident management.
Recovery Diva
MAY 21, 2025
From CNN: FEMA makes late push to bolster hurricane preparedness, but effort may be too little, too late, officials say “In a series of internal memos issued this week and obtained by CNN, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, whose department oversees the disaster relief agency, approved requests by FEMA to reopen several training facilities and lengthen contract extensions for thousands of staffers who deploy during natural disasters.
Pure Storage
MAY 14, 2025
Your Cyber Resilience Wish List for 2025and How to Achieve It by Pure Storage Blog Summary Mounting cybersecurity threats are putting IT teams under increased pressure. Taking a holistic approach to cyber resilience can help your organization be ready and keep running smoothly in the event of an attack. Cybersecurity challenges are bigger than ever, and IT professionals are under pressure to ensure their organizations can handle and recover from an increasing number of threats.
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.
LogisManager
MAY 15, 2025
Download: Separation of Duties (SoD) Checklist Why SoD Matters: Implementing Separation of Duties (SoD) is a critical practice for organizations seeking to strengthen their internal controls. It involves dividing responsibilities among multiple individuals to ensure that no single person has the ability to execute conflicting tasks. By doing so, organizations can significantly reduce risks related to fraud, errors, and non-compliance.
SRM
MAY 28, 2025
Running a business is often about controlling the controllables. And while this can be particularly challenging when it comes to managing information security risk, its particularly important in this area. To recap: a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is a strategy put in place to help a business recover from disruption, whether this takes the form of a cyberattack, natural disaster, or geopolitical conflict.
Recovery Diva
MAY 18, 2025
From HS Today: Multiple Attorney Generals Sue DHS to Protect Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Relief Funding “New York Attorney General Letitia James and 19 other attorneys general have filed a lawsuit challenging new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) conditions that link emergency management and disaster relief funding to state immigration enforcement policies, as stated in a press release on May 13.
Pure Storage
MAY 27, 2025
SQL Server 2025: Enterprise AI without the Learning Curve by Pure Storage Blog Summary Microsoft SQL Server 2025 offers AI capabilities that are directly integrated into T-SQL, enabling organizations to leverage their existing investments in SQL Server infrastructure, skills, and processes. This blog initially appeared on Anthony Nocentinos blog. It has been republished with the writers credit and consent.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Plan B Consulting
MAY 27, 2025
In todays bulletin, Charlie discusses the webinars that were showcased by the BCI during BCAW and gives an insight into this years theme, Empowering Resilience with AI. This week, I was asked to write my bulletin on BCAW+R 2025 (Business Continuity & Resilience Awareness Week). With two days dedicated to cyber training and the other two spent preparing for and conducting a major exercise, I havent had much opportunity to watch many of the webinars.
Solutions Review
MAY 13, 2025
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is poised for a significant shift driven by market consolidation and heightened buyer vigilance. The post-pandemic surge in digital transformation, fueled in large part by venture capital, is giving way to an era of financial prudence and strategic realignment. This shift is driven by companies intensifying their focus on the efficiency and effectiveness of their tech stacks, a trend highlighted by notable contractions in the average SaaS portfolio.
everbridge
MAY 19, 2025
When a crisis hits, the success of an organization often hinges on how effectively it communicates. Misinformation, delayed responses, and unclear messaging can amplify the impact of an already turbulent situation, damaging reputation, trust, and business continuity. This is why having a robust crisis communication plan is critical. It ensures that your organization can respond calmly, clearly, and effectively when faced with unexpected challenges.
Recovery Diva
MAY 14, 2025
From the GAO: Disaster Assistance: Updated FEMA Guidance Could Better Help Communities Apply for Individual Assistance New report released on May 14th.
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April is Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month. Enhance your organization’s emergency preparedness with our Active Shooter Tabletop Exercise. Download now to strategically plan, prepare, and test your response to active shooter situations. Key Features: Plan, prepare, and test your emergency response strategy. Simulate real-world scenarios to mitigate risks.
Pure Storage
MAY 27, 2025
SQL Server 2025: Enterprise AI without the Learning Curve by Pure Storage Blog Summary Microsoft SQL Server 2025 offers AI capabilities that are directly integrated into T-SQL, enabling organizations to leverage their existing investments in SQL Server infrastructure, skills, and processes. This blog initially appeared on Anthony Nocentinos blog. It has been republished with the writers credit and consent.
LogisManager
MAY 27, 2025
De-Dollarization Readiness: Why Governance is Your Best Defense Last Updated: May 27, 2025 De-Dollarization Is Not Tomorrows Problem De-dollarization is no longer a distant economic hypothesis confined to central banks and financial theorists. It is here, unfolding faster than most organizations realize. And yet, in boardrooms and risk committees, it remains framed as a long-term, finance-specific concern.
Security Industry Association
MAY 23, 2025
Daniel Reichman, Ph.D., is the CEO and chief scientist at Ai-RGUS and a member of the SIA AI Advisory Board. Artificial intelligencehas become the buzzword for innovationin the security industry, and it is now integratedinto many solutions. The reception to AI hasbeen mixed; some people excitedly embrace new applications,whileothers are more cautious.Before evaluating whether to implement this new technology,itsessential to emphasizeone point:AI is not here to replace human intelligence itshere
NexusTek
MAY 14, 2025
Reflections on Qlik Connect 2025 May 14, 2025 Jay Cuthrell Chief Product Officer Live blogging I’ll be living blogging this week from Qlik Connect 2025 in Orlando, Florida. This article will be updated throughout the week of May 13-15, 2025. Qlik Connect brings together an enviable community of passionate practitioners to share their stories, business goals, and journey to command of data for the AI which fuels business outcomes.
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During a crisis, successful organizations are led by strong leaders who communicate continuously with all stakeholders and have plans that are flexible enough to allow changes to be made on the fly. What You'll Learn: Understanding the characteristics of actionable business continuity plans. Step-by-step guidance on building robust and adaptable BCPs.
Recovery Diva
MAY 10, 2025
From the WashPost Editorial Page: America is Becoming Less ready for Natural Disasters. “The President is destroying programs that help communities prepare for climate effects.
Reciprocity
MAY 15, 2025
Higher education institutions face unprecedented cybersecurity threats, with 97% experiencing breaches last year. This guide explores how to build a comprehensive security culture across campusfrom administration to studentswhile managing complex compliance requirements. Learn how ZenGRC’s purpose-built platform can transform manual processes into streamlined workflows that protect sensitive data and maintain educational continuity.
everbridge
MAY 13, 2025
The safety of publicly accessible spaces is no longer a matter of choice or convenience; it is a responsibility that must be firmly embedded in our approach to security. This is the driving force behind Martyns Law, officially known as The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 , which received Royal Assent in April. This landmark legislation is a critical step in bolstering the safety of public spaces and ensuring UK venues are better prepared to address the evolving threat of terrorism.
Security Industry Association
MAY 14, 2025
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Whoo provides end-to-end smart video intercom solutions that integrate with a wide range of smart home enterprise solutions. The company is headquartered in Brookline, Massachusetts, and serves customers across the United States. SIA spoke with Arturo Falck, CEO of Whoo, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA.
Speaker: Sierre Lindgren
Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.
NexusTek
MAY 13, 2025
Mid-Market Biopharmas Defining Moment: How to Lead through Transformation May 13, 2025 Hamilton Yu Chief Executive Officer Ive worked alongside IT leaders for years, and one thing is always clear: innovation alone isnt enoughits about execution. The technology choices we make today define your companys ability to scale, adapt, and compete. As a mid-market biopharma leader, youre under more pressure than ever: R&D must move faster, but resources are tight Compliance demands are rising, and th
Recovery Diva
MAY 14, 2025
That is the title of an article in the Wall St. Journal on May 14. It is a reminder that more than the ability to help respond to and recovery from natural disasters is the responsibility of FEMA. I do not have a subscription and cannot violate their copyright, so you will have to find a way to access the compelling article. Another argument for not attempting to abolish the agency!
PagerDuty
MAY 23, 2025
At Microsoft Build 2025, PagerDuty was featured in key announcements showcasing how intelligent agents and real-time automation redefine digital operations. From Microsoft Copilot to the launch of a new Azure SRE Agent , PagerDuty was highlighted as a strategic partner in enabling intelligent, scalable incident response. Bringing the power of PagerDuty to Microsoft Copilot PagerDutys presence at Build reflects our growing alignment with Microsofts vision of an agent-powered workplace.
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