August, 2023

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2023 So Far: $194 Billion in Disaster Losses

DRI Drive

Due to earthquakes, extreme heatwaves and other massively expensive events, economic loss estimates from global natural disasters are the fifth highest this century. Aon’s Global Catastrophe Recap for the first half the year estimates $194 billion in losses. Nearly half of this can be attributed to the earthquake destruction in Turkey and Syria in February, […] The post 2023 So Far: $194 Billion in Disaster Losses appeared first on DRI Drive.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: The Role of Emergency Management in Cybersecurity

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The United Kingdom's National Risk Register - 2023 Edition

Emergency Planning

Print 0 46 false false false EN-GB X-NONE AR-SA At the time of writing this, the UK Government has just released the 2023 edition of the National Risk Register (NRR, HM Government 2023). This document was first published in 2008 and has been updated (somewhat irregularly) at roughly two-year intervals. The new version presents 89 major hazards and threats that could potentially disrupt life in the United Kingdom and possibly cause casualties and damage.

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Book Review: Disaster Management and Information Technology

Recovery Diva

Book Review: Disaster Management and Information Technology: Professional Response and Recovery Management in the Age of Disasters. Editors: Hans Jochen Scholl, Eric E. Holdeman, F. Kees Boersma. Published by Springer Publishers; ISBN-10 3031209389; Price is $100. Content : A comprehensive guide to the multifaceted world of disaster management, seamlessly integrated with modern technology.

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The Complete Guide to Mastering Business Continuity

The Complete Guide to Mastering Business Continuity is a step-by-step resource for developing an effective Business Continuity Management (BCM) program and navigating challenges. Whether building from scratch or enhancing a plan, this guide offers practical tools, expert advice, and strategies to ensure resilience. What You’ll Learn: Key elements of BCM and resiliency Steps to build and test your Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Conducting risk assessments and BIAs Integrating cybersecurity into p

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The Benefits of Effective Crisis Communication Training

Bernstein Crisis Management

The Benefits of Effective Crisis Communication Training Here at Bernstein Crisis Management we like to think of crisis communication training an essential toolkit for the uncharted waters of unforeseen challenges. Let’s delve into why crisis communication training is a beacon of guidance in the realm of uncertain scenarios. The Necessity of Crisis Communication Training Imagine your organization facing a sudden storm – a public relations nightmare, an online backlash, or an unforeseen inci

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One Last Shout-Out to Our Furry Friends for National Dog Month!

DRI Drive

We here at DRI have had a lot of fun during National Dog Month, so here’s one more chance to showcase our canine co-workers! DRI Communications Manager Jeff Holland’s little buddy is Moonie, a 2yo Italian greyhound/terrier/??? He loves marrow bones, sunning himself, and chasing squirrels up trees. DRI Senior Certification Manager Maria Loduca’s super […] The post One Last Shout-Out to Our Furry Friends for National Dog Month!

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Hurricane Warning Language Getting Better

Disaster Zone

Constant improvement has to be the goal.

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A Four-Day School Week? Here Are the Costs and Benefits

The Rand Blog

Hundreds of small school districts across America have cut one day a week from their calendars. A shorter school week helps them compete for teachers and reduce costs. Teachers and parents love it. But is it really in the best interests of students?

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Disaster Funding Questionable at End of Federal Fiscal Year

Recovery Diva

(1) From CNN: FEMA announces $3 billion for climate resiliency as time runs low for Congress to replenish its disaster fund. “In a record-breaking year of disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is announcing nearly $3 billion Monday for communities to build resiliency against climate change-fueled extreme weather. The new money, which will come from Congress’s bipartisan infrastructure law passed last year, is being announced just as the agency is running out of disaster-relief

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

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.

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How Crisis Simulations Strengthen Crisis Management

Bernstein Crisis Management

How Crisis Simulations Strengthen Crisis Management ‍Crisis simulations are becoming increasingly popular among organizations, as they offer a unique opportunity to test leadership teams’ ability to respond to crises effectively. These simulations involve creating hypothetical crisis scenarios that test the team’s ability to follow their crisis plan faithfully and make key decisions in a timely manner.

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Maui Wildfire Disaster Recovery

Disaster Zone Podcast

The wildfire destruction in Maui has been difficult to watch. So many homes and businesses were destroyed, and lives lost. In order to respond to this event, here on this podcast I invited Sean Scott to come and share his expertise with disaster recovery. Sean is a second-generation restoration contractor and disaster recovery consultant who has spent over 44 years in the construction and fire restoration industry.

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Survey: Disaster Preparedness Doubts Creeping Across the U.S.

DRI Drive

As extreme weather events become more severe and destructive, confidence in preparedness is trending down. How can resilience professionals reassure their communities? Motorola surveyed 1,000 people for their experiences with severe disaster weather, and found 66% said they’d missed work because of a natural disaster, while 40% had been unable to access necessities during that […] The post Survey: Disaster Preparedness Doubts Creeping Across the U.S. appeared first on DRI Drive.

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Senate Committee Passes AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

Disaster Zone

This is a good government piece of legislation.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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BCM Basics: “Continuity” Defined

MHA Consulting

This post is part of BCM Basics, a series of occasional, entry-level blogs on some of the key concepts in business continuity management. People new to our field are often puzzled by one of its key terms: “continuity.” Today we’ll provide a comprehensive definition of this foundational word. Related on MHA Consulting: Mark My Words: Commonly Confused Business Continuity Terms The Meaning of “Continuity” If you’ve been to MHA’s home page , you know what our firm is all about.

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A Selection of Articles re Maui Disaster – newest ones at at the bottom

Recovery Diva

From Grist: Wildfires just Destroyed a Maui town; Next Year Could Be Worse. From The Conversation: Maui wildfires: Extra logistical challenges hinder government’s initial response when disasters strike islands From the WashPost: Maui fires not just due to climate change but a ‘compound disaster’ The fires were a textbook case of many different agents acting together From the WashPost: Maui fires not just due to climate change but a ‘compound disaster’ The fires were a textbook case of many

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The Crucial Role of Rapid Crisis Response in Effective Crisis Management

Bernstein Crisis Management

The Crucial Role of Rapid Crisis Response in Effective Crisis Management In the fast-paced world we live in, crises can sometimes arise unexpectedly and escalate rapidly, posing significant threats to businesses, reputations, and even safety. A well-executed rapid crisis response is not just a strategic move; it’s a critical element of effective crisis management and communications.

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Retired from a Paycheck

Disaster Zone Podcast

Sometimes it is good to look back at how far we have come and then forward, to where we might be headed in the future. My guest today is Claire Rubin blogs at Recovery Diva , but has a much more extensive connection to all phases of the broader topic of emergency management. We talk in this podcast about a wide variety of topics, to include how professional emergency managers can continue to contribute after our paid careers are finished.For a more detailed list of Claire’s accomplishments, see

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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Want to Limit Phishing Attacks? Help Out Your Co-Workers

DRI Drive

Cyber-attacks don’t happen in a vacuum. A recent study shows the best way to combat a phishing scheme involves addressing employee stress. It’s well established that when it comes to cybersecurity, a lot of an organization’s vulnerabilities can be found in its employees. Whether it’s because they haven’t been trained to identify threats or they […] The post Want to Limit Phishing Attacks?

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Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Detecting and Countering Drones’

Disaster Zone

Not all drones are friendly.

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DCIG: Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud a “Top 5” Microsoft 365 backup solution

Acronis

In a new report from the Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG), a prominent technology research and analysis firm, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud was named a “Top 5” backup solution for Microsoft 365.

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CRS Report on Building Codes

Recovery Diva

From the Congressional Research Service, this report on Building Codes, Standards, and Regulations: Frequently Asked Questions.

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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What to Consider Before Scheduling Shredding Services

Prism International

Shredding services are an essential aspect of information security, as they ensure that confidential information is not compromised. According to our recent poll of almost 200 secure information professionals within our iG Direct E-Newsletter, we asked our members and subscribers, “which is the most important thing for clients to consider before scheduling a shredding service?”.

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Detecting and Countering Drones

Disaster Zone Podcast

Typically, the Disaster Zone Podcast has had guests and topics about the positive uses of drone technology and how it can be used to advance the capabilities of first responder agencies, emergency managers and others like search and rescue groups. In this podcast we turn to look at the challenges of preventing either accidental and deliberate uses of drones that can harm operations or people.

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Steps to Build an Effective Crisis Management Team

BryghtPath

Learn how to build an effective crisis management team, define roles, and handle emergencies. Be prepared for any business crisis today! The post Steps to Build an Effective Crisis Management Team appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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Record Rains, Flooding, Mudslides

Disaster Zone

Another typical disaster day in California.

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Brain Fog HQ: Memory Enhancement Techniques for Professional Development

Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha