DRI Drive
DECEMBER 17, 2021
To say 2021 has been eventful is, of course, an understatement. From big news stories like the Texas snowstorm, to smaller curiosities like the Halloween candy hack, we looked back the past year of coverage in Drive to offer a trip down memory lane. January – ‘As the Vaccines Roll Out, What is the Employer’s […]. The post What Kind of Year Has It Been?
Disaster Zone
DECEMBER 12, 2021
Some states have no paper ballots.
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Recovery Diva
DECEMBER 31, 2021
From the Homeland Security Digital Library: Listing of Federal Disaster Recovery Resources.
The Rand Blog
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Moscow has unveiled outlandish security demands which sound aggressive and suggest that it may underestimate both NATO and Ukraine. Kremlin leaders might consider instead seeking a stable European security architecture that protects Russia's interests while also allowing for a vibrant and sovereign Ukraine.
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
Disaster Safety
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Before a winter weather event. 1. Monitor the weather. Find a reliable source for severe weather information. Follow the National Weather Service (NWS) Weather Prediction Center ( WPC ) on Facebook or Twitter and your local NWS office. Tune in to local news often when winter weather is forecast. Enable wireless emergency alerts on your cell phone.?.
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DRI Drive
DECEMBER 15, 2021
You may have heard about some shops having trouble keeping cream cheese in stock – but do you know the role an October cyberattack played? The recent cream cheese shortage isn’t just because during the holidays, as festive baking results in demand reaching its highest peak for the year. In fact, it was greatly exacerbated […]. The post The Great 2021 Cream Cheese Shortage: A Perfect Storm of Supply Chain and Cyber Attack Woes appeared first on DRI Drive.
Disaster Zone
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Everyone has a role and it starts with climate adaptation by cities and counties.
Recovery Diva
DECEMBER 11, 2021
Source of info on Disaster Economics.
The Rand Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Geoengineering technologies that could block the sun's rays or siphon huge amounts of carbon from the air are not that far out of reach. Yet the international community has not established the kinds of guardrails you might expect for potentially world-changing technologies.
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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.
Crisis Response Journal
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Roger Gomm outlines the key points from this month's report published by the UK Parliamentary Select Committee on Risk Assessment and Risk Planning
Disaster Zone Podcast
DECEMBER 21, 2021
We are seeing climate impacts across the world and here in the United States. In this podcast we look more deeply at those impacts and how people and governments are reacting. Anna Marandi , Program Manager of Climate Resilience and Sustainability with the National League of Cities is the guest. The changing climate is impacting where people choose to live and work.
DRI Drive
DECEMBER 8, 2021
A new report surveyed security and privacy professionals across 27 markets to see which steps taken this year best defended their organizations against an ever-evolving cyber risk landscape. “Security Outcomes Study Vol. 2” from Cisco surveyed more than 5,100 professionals, who responded with their approaches to threat detection, response, and resilience.
Disaster Zone
DECEMBER 21, 2021
See my earlier blog post on the delta variant.
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.
Recovery Diva
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Report from the NYTimes on new MIT study: Study finds Atlantic hurricanes becoming more frequent, destructive. Hurricanes are the most costly disasters for the United States, and a study suggests they’re increasing in number and ferocity.
The Rand Blog
DECEMBER 8, 2021
The United States and NATO worry that Russia may be planning an invasion of Ukraine. A renewed crisis could spur the United States and its NATO allies to go beyond, perhaps well beyond, their responses to Russia's 2014 assault.
Crisis Response Journal
DECEMBER 9, 2021
December 2021: By 2050, half of the world’s population will live in regions that are experiencing water shortages, writes Lina Kolesnikova
Disaster Zone Podcast
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The COVID-19 Pandemic was a learning experience for everyone. A key player in helping businesses and governments continue to function was the Information Telecommunications (IT) departments. In this Disaster Zone Podcast I interview Linda Gerull, Executive Director for the Department of Technology for the City and County of San Francisco. She describes how they helped departments provide services in the Bay Area.
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.
DRI Drive
DECEMBER 7, 2021
As the last two years have shown, living and working during a pandemic has taken a toll on employee mental health – which could create a new risk and compound existing ones for organizations who ignore it. The International SOS Risk Outlook 2022 surveyed nearly 1,000 risk professionals in 75 countries, finding that 56% of […]. The post The Pandemic Has Added a Mental Health Crisis to the Organizational Risk Landscape appeared first on DRI Drive.
Disaster Zone
DECEMBER 14, 2021
You would think the opposite.
Recovery Diva
DECEMBER 2, 2021
How Can FEMA and Flood Insurance Keep Up with Rising Flood Risks?
The Rand Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2021
The recent deployment of a Carrier Strike Group represents a marked shift in the United Kingdom's ambitions and capabilities for power projection in both the maritime and air domains. The United Kingdom is hoping to work closely with NATO Allies to enhance the Alliance's collective ability to deploy maritime airpower as part of a flexible posture that can deter and respond to threats both close to home and far afield.
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Crisis Response Journal
DECEMBER 9, 2021
Bill Peterson explores supply chain issues ahead of a more in-depth article that will appear in CRJ 17:1 in March, 2022
Disaster Zone Podcast
DECEMBER 7, 2021
Texas is a big state with big disasters. In this interview I also found Nim Kidd, Texas Emergency Management Chief to have big ideas. One of the longest serving state level emergency management directors in the United States he brings a wealth of information to this podcast. I learned a lot from interviewing Nim and hearing his answers to questions that I posed.
DRI Drive
DECEMBER 13, 2021
If you are a DRI Certified Professional in good standing, you are eligible to vote for the 2022 Lifetime Achievement and Product/Service Provider of the Year Awards! Log into your DRI account, and click on the “Vote Now!” tab to make your selections. Don’t wait – the voting period closes Jan. 7. Then join us on […]. The post Vote Now for the Lifetime Achievement and ?
Disaster Zone
DECEMBER 10, 2021
There will be differences for sure.
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!
Recovery Diva
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Devastated by a tornado 10 years ago, Joplin, Mo., offers lessons in what comes next. Note: A full chapter is devoted to the details of the Joplin recovery in our recent book, U.S. Emergency Management in the 21st Century, by Rubin and Cutter.
Disaster Safety
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Winter weather can cause business disruption, structural damage to buildings from excessive snow loads, water damage from bursting frozen pipes, and can generate dangerous ice dams on the roof. Depending on your business’ specific location, it could have greater risk of exposure to these elements. Let’s review some things you can do to prepare ahead of the winter season.
The Rand Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2021
As another extraordinary year draws to a close, we continue to believe that objective, nonpartisan research and analysis has a key role to play in navigating what continues to be a difficult time. Here are the 10 research projects that resonated most with rand.org readers in 2021.
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