How does a flood-prone city run out of water? Inside Chennai’s ‘Day Zero’ crisis
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 26, 2019
Chennai, India faced a devastating flood in 2015 that killed hundreds of people and displaced many more.
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Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Top Concerns for Enterprises
Behavior Group
JUNE 28, 2019
Cybersecurity and data privacy captured the two top spots in respondents’ list of E&C concerns, according to the 2019 Definitive Corporate Compliance Benchmark Report. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Data security and privacy breaches have become a daily worry for most organizations and research shows that most organizations have poor cybersecurity defenses and abundant amounts of… Continue reading.
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I Need A Hero
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 21, 2019
Following the inquest into the 2017 London Bridge attack, Charlie discusses the heroic actions we see during incidents and why we should champion those that do something extraordinary. The news coverage of the inquest into the London Bridge attack caught my eye this week. Earlier in the week, the newspapers were reporting on the role played by the ambulance service.
The evolution of cyber crime
SRM
JUNE 21, 2019
Ever since Charles Darwin introduced the theory of evolution in 1859 we have been aware of the continual process of change in the natural world. Things are no different in the world of crime. When money was held in bank vaults, criminals used ingenuity and cunning to steal cash and valuables. These were the days of safe crackers and criminal masterminds, of explosives and getaway cars, of cops and robbers.
Mid-Year Performance Review Checklist for HR and People Leaders
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S3, Episode 6 - How to have a successful Business Continuity career
The Business Continuity Podcast
JUNE 18, 2019
How do you start? What skills do you need to develop? What can you do to make yourself stand out? And what makes the job worthwhile? How do you start? What skills do you need to develop? What can you do to make yourself stand out? And what makes the job worthwhile?
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The rise of mobile health in developing countries
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 23, 2019
Anastasia Kyriacou outlines the discussions, held by representatives from AidEx and Amref Health Africa, which investigate the effectiveness of mobile health (mHealth) and the extent to which digital technologies are improving the quality and accessibilit By Anastasia Kyriacou
Human error still the cause of many data breaches
Behavior Group
JUNE 24, 2019
With the incidence of reported data breaches on the rise, more than half of all C-suite executives (C-Suites) (53%) and nearly three in 10 Small Business Owners (SBOs) (28%) who suffered a breach reveal that human error or accidental loss by an external vendor/source was the cause of the data breach, according to a Shred-it… Continue reading. The post Human error still the cause of many data breaches appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.
I Need A Hero
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 21, 2019
Following the inquest into the 2017 London Bridge attack, Charlie discusses the heroic actions we see during incidents and why we should champion those that do something extraordinary. The news coverage of the inquest into the London Bridge attack caught my eye this week. Earlier in the week, the newspapers were reporting on the role played by the ambulance service.
Disk versus tape: A retrospective with an eye on the future
VOX Veritas
JUNE 27, 2019
Technology has changed substantially since tape storage was the best means of managing data, and today there are a few reasons why you might choose one over the other in the modern data center.
How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop
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.
Civil Unrest and Employees
Business Resilience Decoded
JUNE 20, 2019
Episode 23: "Civil Unrest and Employees" with Terri Howard of FEI Behavioral Health. Contact Terri Howard at: [link] [link] Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 23: "Civil Unrest and Employees" with Terri Howard of FEI Behavioral Health. Contact Terri Howard at: [link] [link] Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.
When Lone Workers Should Flee Danger
Alert Media
JUNE 4, 2019
The post When Lone Workers Should Flee Danger appeared first on AlertMedia.
CRJ 14:3 out now!
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 12, 2019
The CRJ team has been out and about these last few months, attending events, and helping with conference input, always listening and learning.
Insider Threats: An Underestimated Risk
Behavior Group
JUNE 19, 2019
What is an insider threat? Security professionals know that insider threats, by their nature, are a broad-based threat and, more than ever before, can be extremely difficult to defend against. In this article, we will briefly discuss the possible risks, as well as some options for building up your defenses. Insider threats, information, security, cyber… Continue reading.
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.
All Aboard!
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 14, 2019
In today’s bulletin, Charlie compares the recent BP oil rig protests on the Paul B Loyd Jr, to those which occurred in 1995 on the Brent Spar. What can we learn from these stories and how can we prepare? On Sunday, I noticed the news story of two Greenpeace protesters who climbed aboard the BP oil rig in Cromarty Firth, the Paul B Loyd Jr, just as it was about to be moved to start drilling operations in the North Sea.
Towards a Taxonomy of Disasters
Emergency Planning
JUNE 9, 2019
Taxonomy is the process of classifying things or concepts and is usually backed by principles. The study of disasters is a 'lateral discipline' that, to varying degrees embraces at least 42 other disciplines and professions (Alexander 2013). One result of having so many disciplinary perspectives is virtually to preclude consensus on the definition and classification of disasters and the concepts that go with them.
Civil Unrest and Employees
Business Resilience Decoded
JUNE 20, 2019
Episode 23: "Civil Unrest and Employees" with Terri Howard of FEI Behavioral Health. Contact Terri Howard at: [link] [link]. Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 23: "Civil Unrest and Employees" with Terri Howard of FEI Behavioral Health. Contact Terri Howard at: [link] [link]. Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.
Trump Sanctions $19 Billion Towards Disaster Aid
Disaster Recovery
JUNE 11, 2019
President Donald Trump signed a $19 billion dollar bill last Thursday towards disaster aid that also covers infrastructural restoration and recovery. $3.3 billion would go to the Army Corps of Engineers to. Reverse damages suffered over the last three years owing to environmental hazards, Improve protection against floods and. Enhance infrastructural resiliency.
Business Continuity Plan Testing Made Simple: A 5-Step Lifecycle Overview
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Discover a clear, 5-step roadmap for business continuity plan testing. Whether you’re refining your existing business continuity plan or building one from scratch, understanding the right steps will make all the difference. Download the infographic to learn how to: Quickly identify and assess critical risks to your operations Conduct a focused Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to prioritize what matters most Develop a practical, action-ready business continuity plan tailored to your needs We’re her
Negotiator competition: Blessed are the peacemakers
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 12, 2019
In January 1990, Dr Wayman Mullins and Dr Michael McMains threw down the gauntlet to challenge their respective neighbouring hostage and crisis negotiation teams to a friendly competition.
Study Finds More than 2.3 Billion Online Files Currently Exposed
Behavior Group
JUNE 14, 2019
More than two billion files exposed across SMB-enabled file shares, misconfigured network-attached storage (NAS) devices, FTP and rsync servers and Amazon S3 buckets were found in a “Too Much Information: The Sequel,” report by Digital Shadows. A total of 750 million more than last year, the report says. GDPR, Online Files Currently Exposed Key findings… Continue reading.
All Aboard!
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 14, 2019
In today’s bulletin, Charlie compares the recent BP oil rig protests on the Paul B Loyd Jr, to those which occurred in 1995 on the Brent Spar. What can we learn from these stories and how can we prepare? On Sunday, I noticed the news story of two Greenpeace protesters who climbed aboard the BP oil rig in Cromarty Firth, the Paul B Loyd Jr, just as it was about to be moved to start drilling operations in the North Sea.
CitizenAid app and guide designed to inform the public how to act in a terror attack
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 6, 2019
In the UK, the current threat level from international terrorism is set as severe.
Supply Chain Resilience Checklist
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Mobile delivery rooms can provide valuable services to maternity services under strain
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 6, 2019
Nothing is quite as emotive as the image of a new-born baby and its mother. There is a level of expectation around pregnancy and childbirth – that there will be high standards of care and that the process will be safe.
Resilience is not just about dealing with traumatic incidents at work…
Crisis Response Journal
JUNE 5, 2019
Have you ever noticed any of these in yourself or a colleague, asks Andy Elwood. Irritability, aggression, tearfulness, inability to concentrate, indecision, loss of confidence?
93% of Companies Are Overconfident of Their Ability to Stop Data Breaches
Behavior Group
JUNE 12, 2019
Organizations are not equipping themselves against privileged access management (PAM) abuse, according to a report by Centrify and Techvangelism. Ability to Stop Data Breaches, PAM Nearly 80% of organizations were found not to have a mature approach to combating PAM cyber-attacks, yet 93% of the organizations surveyed believe they were somewhat prepared for threats that… Continue reading.
Over Half of UK Firms Failing on Privacy Compliance
Behavior Group
JUNE 11, 2019
UK firms are struggling with a complex patchwork of privacy regulations, with more than half now believing they’re failing with compliance efforts, according to new research (…) UK Firms Failing on Privacy Compliance, GDPR, data privacy The news wire surveyed data privacy professionals at global organizations with an average of 16,000 employees before and after… Continue reading.
Emergency Preparedness: Active Shooter Tabletop Exercise
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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.
Brexit II – Just When You Thought It Was Safe!
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 28, 2019
As both potential Prime Ministers have shown support for a no-deal Brexit, Charlie looks at decision points and synchro matrices as useful tools for planning for a possible no-deal Brexit. This week the papers are full of articles about the two wannabe Prime Ministers slogging it out in the media and delivering their pitches to Conservative Members.
Brexit II – Just When You Thought It Was Safe!
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 28, 2019
As both potential Prime Ministers have shown support for a no-deal Brexit, Charlie looks at decision points and synchro matrices as useful tools for planning for a possible no-deal Brexit. This week the papers are full of articles about the two wannabe Prime Ministers slogging it out in the media and delivering their pitches to Conservative Members.
Battle of Arnhem, 1944 – What Are the Business Continuity Lessons?
Plan B Consulting
JUNE 7, 2019
Charlie looks at what business continuity lessons we can learn from the Battle of Arnhem, and how case studies are a great way of understanding incident management. This week I have been on a battlefield tour of Arnhem; it was the Battle of Arnhem which was depicted in the film ‘A Bridge Too Far’ I am an ex King’s Own Scottish Borderer (KOSB), and our 7th Battalion was part of the force which landed by glider at Arnhem on the 17th September 1944.
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