December, 2019

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Continuity Christmas Cleanup

Alternative Resiliency Services Corp

​It’s that time of year again. Organizations are putting a bookmark to 2019 and preparing for 2020. Closing the books. Last-minute Compliance items and Audit remediations. Trying to get everything done in the wake of the team parties, business area parties, enterprise parties… and employee personal lives. ​Your Business Continuity, Risk Management and related programs can get side-tracked during the holiday rush.

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Taking cyber out of its silo 

Crisis Response Journal

Helen Braithwaite, Head of Standards, Training and Exercising at the UK’s National Cyber Security Programme, and Member of CRJ’s Advisory Panel, has been responsible for the design, development and delivery of the Cyber Pathfinder Training Programme; hig By Helen Braithwaite

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How Technology Can Provide Positive Impact During Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

NexusTek

READ TIME: 2 MIN December 20, 2019 How Technology Can Provide Positive Impact During Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Most businesses have a hyper-focus on either (or both) organic growth or inorganic growth. Specifically regarding inorganic growth, the impact of a merger or acquisition on a company and its employees can have some challenges, but having the foresight to involve your IT Provider during due diligence (if possible) will place your business in the best position once the deal is s

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An expert eye and an objective view: why get external support with your Business Continuity Planning

SRM

Complacency is one of the biggest threats to a business. Whether it’s being happy to coast along and do the bare minimum to turn a profit, neglecting to provide genuine customer service or failing to take steps to mitigate the effects of an unforeseen threat, apathy is an organisation’s worst enemy. To have a realistic chance of withstanding any business threat, business leaders need to build a challenge-based culture into their business continuity planning (BCP).

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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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A Resilient Answer to Disasters

Behavior Group

The Second Law of Thermodynamics tells us that the total entropy can only increase over time for an isolated system. In other words, contrary to what we may believe or may simply hope, things fall apart. It’s not an accident. It’s a law of physics, and its awful simplicity is clear and frightening. Resilient Answer… Continue reading. The post A Resilient Answer to Disasters appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.

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BCM Trends for 2020

Stratogrid Advisory

BCM Trends for 2020! Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic. Reading Time: 4 minutes. Readers Note: This article was originally published in December of 2019 and before unprecedented COVID-19 Pandemic of 2020. The Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) recently released its 4th Annual BCM Trends and Predictions Report , which provides predictions for resilience trends in 2019/2020.

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Learn How We Started Podcasting

Beyond Resilience

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents.

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Holiday Office Party Mishap Prevention in Memes

NexusTek

READ TIME: 3 MIN December 18, 2019 Holiday Office Party Mishap Prevention in Memes Office holiday parties and the celebratory time of year brings joy, laughter, and of course- office party mishaps. From spilling refreshments on keyboards to the hundreds of emails that flood inboxes, we are here to make the best of the holiday season. And lets be honest, sometimes a meme can say more than a paragraph.

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Judgement day

Oz's Business Continuity Blog

The last few weeks have been quite busy – and, at times, a teeny bit stressful. I’ve prepared and facilitated four crisis management and business recovery exercises (two of which included actors and journalists and mock TV and radio news […].

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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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Why Every Small Business Needs a Cybersecurity Strategy

Behavior Group

Threat actors continue to up their game, even as consumers get less forgiving about breaches. Small businesses need a plan of action. Small Business Needs a Cybersecurity Strategy Even as cybercriminals continue to get better at what they do, people are becoming less forgiving toward businesses that fail to protect their data. About 30 percent… Continue reading.

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[Webinar Recap] Winter Weather Hazards: How to Prepare and Protect Your Business

Alert Media

The post [Webinar Recap] Winter Weather Hazards: How to Prepare and Protect Your Business appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Migration of multi-tier applications to AWS at scale made easy

VOX Veritas

Today, not only data is growing at an exponential rate, but the number of applications is also growing. This growth coupled with increased heterogeneity of technology infrastructure is driving complexity in managing IT systems and applications. By migrating these complex IT applications to the public cloud, customers gain several benefits, including agility, scalability, availability, security, and reduced cost.

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5 Tips For Starting A New Podcast

Beyond Resilience

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents.

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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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NexusTek’s Customer Upgrade Rate Above National Average for Windows EOL

NexusTek

December 19, 2019 NexusTeks Customer Upgrade Rate Above National Average for Windows EOL National MSP Pushes for 100% Compliance on Windows Upgrades as Cyber Threats Loom Large for Unsupported Systems in January 2020 Denver, CO (December 19, 2019) NexusTek , a top national cloud, managed IT services and cyber security provider (MSP), announced today that as of Q4 2019, 70 percent of their clients have upgraded to Windows 10 OS, Windows SBS 2011, Windows Server 2012 or higher.

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Contingency Planning for Airports

Business Resilience Decoded

Episode 35: "Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Consulting Co., Ltd. Contact Yumiko Sato at: sato.y9yk@jal.com [link] Contact Noriyuki Sakamoto at: noriyuki.sakamoto@tokiorisk.co.jp [link] Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 35: "Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Nich

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FBI Issues Smart TV Cybersecurity Warning

Behavior Group

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning to holiday shoppers who are planning to swap some of their hard-earned cash for a smart TV. Cybersecurity Warning In a statement released by the Oregon branch of the FBI, members of the public were warned that an unsecured TV that is connected to the internet… Continue reading. The post FBI Issues Smart TV Cybersecurity Warning appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.

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Technological Alternatives to Close Protection

Alert Media

The post Technological Alternatives to Close Protection appeared first on AlertMedia.

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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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High availability + disaster recovery with Veritas InfoScale

VOX Veritas

Veritas InfoScale Enterprise agents for SAP provides end-to-end automated, orchestrated HA and DR for SAP S/4HANA running in AWS.

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Podcasting Gear Review

Beyond Resilience

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents.

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Be Ahead of Your Competitors by Using Technology

NexusTek

READ TIME: 2 MIN December 11, 2019 Be Ahead of Your Competitors by Using Technology What determines the top businesses in a field? Whether it is by votes or qualifications, most businesses strive to be among the best in their industry. One thing that is often overlooked is the way that technology can be used to ensure business continuity as well as optimal efficiency in the workplace.

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Contingency Planning for Airports

Business Resilience Decoded

Episode 35: "Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Consulting Co., Ltd. Contact Yumiko Sato at: sato.y9yk@jal.com [link]. Contact Noriyuki Sakamoto at: noriyuki.sakamoto@tokiorisk.co.jp [link]. Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 35: "Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Ni

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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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European Cybersecurity Agency Publishes Report on Smart Car Security

Behavior Group

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) yesterday published a report on the cybersecurity of smart cars. Cybersecurity Agency, Report on Smart Car Security The report aims to promote cybersecurity for connected and (semi-)automated cars by identifying emerging threats and issuing guidance on potential security measures that can help to mitigate them. “Smart cars already… Continue reading.

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A Child on a Hospital Floor: A Case Study

Plan B Consulting

Charlie looks at one of the main news stories during the election campaign and considers how social media can be used and misused in incidents. I am writing this on the afternoon of Election Day, so I don’t yet know if this story has impacted the election or whether it has had no impact at all. The story broke on Monday when Boris Johnson was stopped by ITV reporter, Joe Pike, and was shown a picture of four year old Jack Williment-Barr “sleeping under coats on a hospital floor in Leeds as he wa

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Post: Gallery Example

Beyond Resilience

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents.

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Has Your IT Provider Been Naughty or Nice This Year?

NexusTek

READ TIME: 2 MIN December 4, 2019 Has Your IT Provider Been Naughty or Nice This Year? With Christmas around the corner, take the time to ask yourself how your IT provider did this year and the impact they had on your business. Hopefully your provider deserves what they want for Christmas, but unfortunately some will deserve a lump of coal. Here are a few questions to ask : Does your IT company value continuing education for their technicians?

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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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Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations

Business Resilience Decoded

Episode 34: "Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations" with Robbie Atabaigi of KPMG. Contact Robbie Atabaigi at: ratabaigi@kpmg.com [link] Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 34: "Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations" with Robbie Atabaigi of KPMG. Contact Robbie Atabaigi at: ratabaigi@kpmg.com [link] Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.

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Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations

Business Resilience Decoded

Episode 34: "Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations" with Robbie Atabaigi of KPMG. Contact Robbie Atabaigi at: ratabaigi@kpmg.com [link]. Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded Episode 34: "Birds of a Feather: Rules and Regulations" with Robbie Atabaigi of KPMG. Contact Robbie Atabaigi at: ratabaigi@kpmg.com [link].

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Business Resilience Decoded

"Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Consulting Co., Ltd. Contact Yumiko Sato at: sato.y9yk@jal.com [link]. Contact Noriyuki Sakamoto at: noriyuki.sakamoto@tokiorisk.co.jp [link]. Business Resilience Decoded: www.drj.com/decoded/ twitter.com/BRDecoded "Contingency Planning for Airports" with Yumiko Sato of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Noriyuki Sakamoto of Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Consulting Co., L