September, 2023

article thumbnail

The Mechanics of Effective Crisis Management: Navigating Challenges with Precision

Bernstein Crisis Management

The Mechanics of Effective Crisis Management Navigating Challenges with Precision Effective crisis management operates like a well-oiled machine, allowing you to successfully take on unforeseen challenges. Let’s delve into the mechanics behind this process and how it empowers organizations to navigate complexities with precision. Understanding Crisis Management: A Methodical Approach At its core, crisis management is a methodical approach to preventing, addressing, and mitigating impact fr

article thumbnail

Join Us at NYU For Our Next One-Day Conference Event!

DRI Drive

Register now for DRI’s next one-day conference hosted by collegiate campuses, coming to NYU’s Center for Global Affairs on Oct. 6! The day will begin at 8:30 a.m. ET with a networking breakfast, followed by expert-led presentations on important issues within the resilience profession, including risk trends and predictions, polycrisis response, cybersecurity, emerging technology, and […] The post Join Us at NYU For Our Next One-Day Conference Event!

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Wildfire Risks and Lack of Readiness to Insure Properties Exists in Washington State

Disaster Zone

The state has not had the catastrophic losses that California and Oregon have experienced.

Insurance 214
article thumbnail

Proposed New Legislation re FEMA

Recovery Diva

From The Hill: Lawmakers unveil bipartisan measure making FEMA its own Cabinet-level agency Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) and Rep. Garret Graves (R-La.) introduced bipartisan legislation Wednesday that would make the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) its own Cabinet-level department, elevating its importance as natural disasters regularly thrust it into the national spotlight.

Security 189
article thumbnail

Supply Chain Resilience Checklist

Strengthen your operations with the Supply Chain Resilience Checklist. This practical, easy-to-use tool helps your organization prepare for disruptions and ensure long-term continuity in an unpredictable world. Why Download: Identify and assess critical supply chain risks Ask the right questions to evaluate vendor preparedness Implement effective strategies to reduce vulnerabilities Improve communication, transparency, and coordination across your network What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate and m

article thumbnail

The real burden of risk

Emergency Planning

A piece of the Sanriku coast at Minamisanriku, NE Japan. In 2011 there was a 20.5-metre tsunami here. Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE AR-SA In 1966 the eminent Californian risk analyst Chauncey Starr published a seminal paper in Science Magazine in which he stated that "a thing is safe if its risks are judged to be acceptable." In effect, he built his reputation on the premise that the acceptability of risk is arbitrary.

Travel 147

More Trending

article thumbnail

Why a Crisis PR Firm is Vital for Brand Resilience

Bernstein Crisis Management

Why a Crisis PR Firm is Vital for Brand Resilience In the dynamic world of business, maintaining a pristine reputation is both an art and a science. While every company endeavors to build a robust brand, unforeseen events can sometimes threaten that image. Enter the crisis PR firm, a guardian of your brand’s reputation. In this piece, we’ll delve into the pivotal role these firms can play firms and illustrate their significance with real-life examples.

article thumbnail

NEW Features for DRI Digital Badge holders

DRI Drive

If you hold a DRI digital badge, then you can now showcase your skills and achievements even more easily within your Credly (formerly Acclaim) earner platform. Here are some of the highlights: – You can now create and customize your own profile page, where you can display your badges, bio, social media links, and more. […] The post NEW Features for DRI Digital Badge holders appeared first on DRI Drive.

Media 195
article thumbnail

Pet Disaster Preparedness Is Important

Disaster Zone

Pets have become family members.

article thumbnail

Pure Storage Now a 10X Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ Leader for Primary Storage

Pure Storage

Pure Storage Now a 10X Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ Leader for Primary Storage by Pure Storage Blog This blog on Pure Storage being named A Leader for Primary Storage was co-authored by Shawn Hansen, Vice President and General Manager of FlashArray, and Prakash Darji, Vice President and General Manager, Digital Experience. Gartner® has once again recognized Pure Storage as A Leader, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Capacity 140
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

A New Generation of Emergency Managers Becoming Leaders

Disaster Zone Podcast

At this stage, Eric Holdeman is one of the “old dogs” in the room. Today we have a host of new emergency management leaders who have risen through the ranks and are assuming leadership positions across local, state and federal agencies. It is heartening to know that as one generation of emergency managers fades away, there is this new, competent, and energized group of leaders on their way up.

article thumbnail

A Case for Greater U.S. Engagement in Central Asia

The Rand Blog

Central Asia's souring relations with Russia and growing skepticism of Chinese influence have created a rare and valuable window of opportunity for the United States to bolster its image through greater long-term investment in the region.

141
141
article thumbnail

Zerto is on the AWS & Azure Marketplaces!

Zerto

Zerto, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, empowers customers to run an always-on business by simplifying the protection, recovery, and mobility of on-premises and cloud applications. Zerto eliminates the risk and complexity of modernization and cloud adoption across private, public, and hybrid deployments. The simple, software-only solution uses continuous data protection (CDP) at scale to solve for ransomware resilience , disaster recovery , and multi-cloud mobility.

article thumbnail

Collaborative Partner Organization News: Sept. 5, 2023

DRI Drive

As the leading nonprofit that helps organizations around the world prepare for and recover from disasters, DRI relies on a wide network of partner organizations who share that mission and promote greater resiliency. DRI encourages Certified Professionals to actively support these valuable partner organizations. Here’s what’s coming up in your region: Business Resiliency Professionals Association […] The post Collaborative Partner Organization News: Sept. 5, 2023 appeared first

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Disaster Zone Podcast: Litigating Insurance Claims After a Disaster

Disaster Zone

Understand that insurance companies are "for profit.

Insurance 211
article thumbnail

The Importance of Business Continuity in Modern Enterprises

Bernstein Crisis Management

The Importance of Business Continuity in M odern Enterprises Business Continuity and Crisis Management Go Hand in Hand In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and unexpected global events, ensuring uninterrupted business operations—termed “business continuity”—is paramount. We think you’d agree that a long-term business interruption is a crisis, thus it’s only logical to conclude that business continuity and crisis management go hand in hand.

article thumbnail

Alaska Emergency Management

Disaster Zone Podcast

Alaska is a huge state with many different hazards and challenges. It is very remote and on the Arctic Circle. It is also on the forefront of climate change impacts to its land and its people. In this podcast I interview the Alaska Emergency Management Director. Bryan began his career in emergency management in 1995 with the Alaska Division of Emergency Services.

article thumbnail

Insomnia: The Multibillion-Dollar Problem Sapping World Productivity

The Rand Blog

From the doctor's office to the office at work, good sleep is often overlooked as a key part of well-being. We pay for that. Chronic insomnia reduces the U.S. economy by more than $200 billion every year. Other major economies also forgo tens of billions of dollars in lost productivity.

140
140
article thumbnail

Emergency Preparedness: Active Shooter Tabletop Exercise

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.

article thumbnail

Why FlashStack Is Right for Your Customers

Pure Storage

Why FlashStack Is Right for Your Customers by Pure Storage Blog This blog post on FlashStack is co-authored by Darren Williams, Director, Global Compute Storage Solutions at Cisco, and Mark Bridges, Sr. Director of Alliances, at Pure Storage. What keeps business owners and executives awake at night? Is it security of the infrastructure? Cost efficiency?

article thumbnail

CFPS: What It Means, Why It Matters, and What Changes Are Coming Soon

National Fire Protection Association

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.

article thumbnail

Disaster Zone Podcast: A New Generation of Emergency Managers Becoming Leaders

Disaster Zone

Make way for new leadership.

article thumbnail

SIA New Member Profile: Burns Engineering

Security Industry Association

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Burns Engineering is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, founded and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. SIA spoke with Danielle Tabachnick, senior security specialist at Burns, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Litigating Insurance Claims After a Disaster

Disaster Zone Podcast

Unfortunately, we do live in a litigious environment. When disasters strike, we expect that our property insurance provider will cover our losses. Sometimes, the insurance company and the insured person(s) don’t agree on the settlement amounts being offered by the insurance company. What do you do next? This and other topics about the current disaster environment and its impacts on the property insurance industry are discussed in this podcast.

Insurance 130
article thumbnail

The Strawman Defense Is Torching Taiwan's Military

The Rand Blog

There are many reasons why the political future of Taiwan Strait relations is uncertain, but the military considerations for Taiwan are much more straightforward. Taiwan should invest in capabilities that are highly survivable and potent against a potential attack from mainland China.

136
136
article thumbnail

How Companies Leverage Data to Sell Coffee

Pure Storage

How Companies Leverage Data to Sell Coffee by Pure Storage Blog Here in the United States, we love our coffee. Every day, Americans drink 400 million cups of coffee , so when we say, “Don’t talk to me until I’ve had my coffee,” we mean it. While the need for caffeine fuels our desire to drink our morning joe, what fuels coffee companies like Dunkin’ and Starbucks to sell more coffee?

Logistics 122
article thumbnail

Risk Management Process – Part 3d: Risk Map and Risk Assessment Output

Zerto

So far, we have covered risk identification , risk analysis , and risk controls. All these steps will be used to create a risk map. What Is a Risk Map? The risk map is the final component of risk assessment , providing a visual representation of the identified risks, their probability of occurrence, and their potential impact. It illustrates the risk profile of the organization at a specific point in time, a profile that will evolve over time as new risks are identified and/or controls are put i

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Financing the Expansion of the Electrical Grid

Disaster Zone

It won’t be easy or cheap.

203
203
article thumbnail

Security Industry Association Announces Inaugural 25 on the RISE Honorees

Security Industry Association

This award program, presented by SIA’s RISE community together with Brivo and the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent, recognizes 25 new and emerging security leaders for their impact in advancing the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the honoree list for the first-ever 25 on the RISE Awards – a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security leaders together with Brivo and the Foundation for Advancing Security Talen

Security 116
article thumbnail

When disaster strikes… take advantage!

KingsBridge BCP

There are so many examples of new coverage that could’ve gone better. When we do Business Continuity planning with our clients, we underline the importance of getting the right message out to their customers as soon as possible. If you let the media portray the emergency, they will make it seem much worse than it really is, as they have to fill time on their programming and let’s face it, sensational news sells!

BCP 110