November, 2016

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Defend, deter and develop: UK's national cyber security strategy 

Crisis Response Journal

The UK Government has published the National Cyber Security Strategy 2016 to 2021, which sets out the government's plan to make Britain secure and resilient in cyberspace.

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Was your data breach an inside job?

Behavior Group

By Help Net Security on 22 November 2016 Kaspersky Lab revealed the current state of security threats among businesses and how their perception of threats compares to the reality of cybersecurity incidents experienced over the past year, both in North America and worldwide. A top concern of North American businesses and a leading cause… Continue reading.

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How people behave in disasters…

Plan B Consulting

Yesterday I attended a seminar on ‘Managing Community Cohesion After Major Terrorist Attacks’ at the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters in Glasgow. There were lots of highlights, including a presentation on the use of social media during major incidents, a very frank talk on the issues of managing scenes and also the aftermath of the Lee Rigby murder.

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The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Send Out Mass Notifications

Alert Media

The post The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Send Out Mass Notifications appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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BCPcast Episode 5 - Total Meltdowns and the Emergency Planner's Paradox

The Business Continuity Podcast

Episode 5 of the BCPcast investigates what happens when carefully laid, and well-rehearsed plans collide with reality. This one is about big disasters, their effects, and the positives, if any, that can come out of them. We also confront the uncomfortable paradox that many emergency planners grapple with throughout their careers - that disasters are inherently unknowable, and no amount of planning or speculation can truly emulate the chaos of real disruption.

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SAR Blog: Look for the robots, they're coming to the rescue 

Crisis Response Journal

“Look for the robots, because robots are coming to the rescue,” said Dr Robin Murphy, Director for the Texas based Centre for Robot-Assisted Search and Rescue (CRASAR) in her enlightening TED Talk.

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Crisis Response Journal edition 12:2 - Out now! 

Crisis Response Journal

The current issue of CRJ is now available to subscribers in hard copy and online.

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Cold weather planning 

Crisis Response Journal

Public Health England has recently published a Cold Weather Plan, giving advice to help prevent the major avoidable effects on health during periods of cold weather in England, writes Roger Gomm.

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Asia – Europa meeting (ASEM) on disaster risk reduction 

Crisis Response Journal

On September 14-15, a high level meeting on disaster risk reduction and management, with a specific focus on innovation and technology, was held in Danang, Vietnam, writes Ørjan Karlsson.

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How to Put Your Business Continuity Plans into Action

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.

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How people behave in disasters…

Plan B Consulting

Yesterday I attended a seminar on ‘Managing Community Cohesion After Major Terrorist Attacks’ at the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters in Glasgow. There were lots of highlights, including a presentation on the use of social media during major incidents, a very frank talk on the issues of managing scenes and also the aftermath of the Lee Rigby murder.

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The Challenge of the CISA Exam

Behavior Group

By Maria do Carmo Couto a 17 Novembro de 2016 The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a globally recognised certification in the field of audit, control and security of information systems. CISA gained worldwide acceptance and has a high degree of visibility and recognition in the fields of IT security, IT audit, IT risk… Continue reading.

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Your Incoming Text Messages Are Going to Change

Alert Media

The post Your Incoming Text Messages Are Going to Change appeared first on AlertMedia.

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The Struggle Is Real: Which Mass Alert System Can Reach the Most People?

Alert Media

The post The Struggle Is Real: Which Mass Alert System Can Reach the Most People? appeared first on AlertMedia.

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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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Mass Text Software Becoming Standard Protocol for Emergency Notification

Alert Media

The post Mass Text Software Becoming Standard Protocol for Emergency Notification appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Boost Customer Satisfaction with Mass Communication Software

Alert Media

The post Boost Customer Satisfaction with Mass Communication Software appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Fall Service Day in Zilker Park with the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Central Texas

Alert Media

On Friday, October 21st, we had the special privilege of joining several other technology companies in the Austin area for a day of community service coordinated by the Entrepreneurs Foundation. The Entrepreneurs Foundation was founded by former entrepreneurs and venture capitalists helping to give local technology companies the opportunity to share their time and money with the surrounding community.

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President Trump… Do you have a plan?

Plan B Consulting

This article was written on the 4 November 2016 prior to the USA election! This week I focuses my attention on the American election that is taking place next week, and its possible effect on our organisations. My first thought was to title this bulletin, ‘President Trump….What If…’, however I felt that this was inappropriate and falling into the same trap as many of us did during the Brexit election, by believing the polls.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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.

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President Trump… Do you have a plan?

Plan B Consulting

This article was written on the 4 November 2016 prior to the USA election! This week I focuses my attention on the American election that is taking place next week, and its possible effect on our organisations. My first thought was to title this bulletin, ‘President Trump….What If…’, however I felt that this was inappropriate and falling into the same trap as many of us did during the Brexit election, by believing the polls.

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