National Fire Protection Association

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS®) is a world-renowned program from NFPA® that recognizes individuals who demonstrate wide-ranging skills and knowledge of fire protection. The program is set to undergo changes soon. This blog reviews what the CFPS credential signifies, its value to the fire protection community, upcoming changes, and why individuals might want to take the exam before the end of the year.

All-Hazards

Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

How AI Powers Chess Engines and Creates Grandmasters by Pure Storage Blog When it comes to chess, data is the ultimate tool. Chess data has fueled AI and machine learning to create some of the toughest chess opponents possible. Today is American Chess Day, so there is no better time to learn about the chess engines out there that have revolutionized the game and created chess grandmasters.

Capacity

Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Solutions Review’s Contributed Content Series is a collection of contributed articles written by thought leaders in enterprise technology. In this feature, Veeam CIO Nate Kurtz offers a commentary on key steps enterprises need to take after they’ve suffered a ransomware attack. The infamous MoveIt tool threatening enterprises everywhere has, of late, begun breaching companies that don’t even use it, simply because their business partners do.

Vulnerability

National Fire Protection Association

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

There are two ways to contact energized electrical parts or equipment, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) database, and those are direct or indirect. Direct exposure to electricity includes contact directly from the power source to the person, such as touching a live wire or getting caught up in an arc-flash. Indirect exposure typically occurs when an object is unintentionally electrified.

All-Hazards

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Evaluation

Fusion Risk Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Generative AI has risen in popularity, especially over the past year. Organizations are actively looking to leverage the technology in their operations to improve user experience, streamline manual processes, and supercharge agility. Practitioners and organizations are increasin g ly recognizing the potential of generative AI, with over 46% of executives planning to invest in generative AI in their near-term strategic agenda.

Resilience

Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Solutions Review’s Contributed Content Series is a collection of contributed articles written by thought leaders in enterprise technology. In this feature, Cohesity ‘s Greg Statton offers commentary on upcoming and new AI regulations and how enterprises can help write the rules. The calls for regulating artificial intelligence (AI) are getting stronger.

Government

Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Emulation vs. Virtualization: What’s the Difference? by Pure Storage Blog Emulation and virtualization may share some similarities, but their underlying technologies and purposes are distinct. In this article we’ll look at the key differences between them, highlighting their advantages and ideal applications for clarity. For example, if a current system is using an old peripheral unsupported by the current OS, it doesn’t actually need an old driver to run it; it uses emulation software that help

Cloud Computing

BryghtPath

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Discover how AI risk management can enhance business security, while addressing potential challenges. Unveil strategies to leverage AI safely and effectively. The post AI Risk Management: Embracing the Opportunity appeared first on Bryghtpath.

Risk Management

The Rand Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

This weekly recap focuses on the state of public education in America right now, a missing piece of the strategy for addressing the opioid crisis, emerging technology that could help defend Taiwan, and more.

Education

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.

Vulnerability

Recovery Diva

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

From the WashPost: Biden seeks $16 billion in disaster aid as Idalia, wildfires deplete federal funds.

Government