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Mental Health Resources for Emergency Managers

Disaster Zone

How much of a problem do we have? Solutions?

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Frequently Asked Questions: Differences between BCLE AUD ISO 22301 and BCLE AUD NFPA 1600 audit courses

DRI Drive

DRI’s audit courses describe and explain the requirements in the identified international standard. Core competencies – including risk assessment, business impact analysis, continuity strategies, and crisis communications – are addressed in similar ways within both courses. Content specific to NFPA 1600 (such as emergency management, employee assistance and support, and crisis management) is not included, […] The post Frequently Asked Questions: Differences between BCLE AUD ISO 22301 and B

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New Advances in Drone Technologies

Disaster Zone Podcast

If you think you know all about the capabilities of drones, you don’t know the half of it. In this podcast we explore the capabilities of drones to fly “inside of buildings” and not using GPS. My guest is Blake Resnick a technology star if there ever was one. We talk about the future of drone technology and the expected revisions to FAA rules and regulations which will open up the use of drones in so many different ways.

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Personal Technology for a Natural Disaster

Recovery Diva

From the WashPost: The best tech to have in a natural disaster. From the right backup battery to a radio when the internet is gone, here are tech tips for your emergency kit.

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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

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Increasing Considerations for Equity and Diversity

Disaster Zone

If you have not started this journey, begin soon.

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A Winnable War

The Rand Blog

Many commentators have likened the current Russia-Ukraine war to the Western Front of World War I. A better historical precedent to understand the current fighting in Ukraine can be found in the U.S. Army's experience fighting against Nazi forces in the hedgerows of Normandy in France in the summer of 1944.

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Please Support This Site

Recovery Diva

This site is 13 years old and maintains an archive of postings. Recently the Diva paid a specialist to do the semi-annual check of the URLs. Please use the Donate Now button in the right hand column of the homepage to provide support for this update. We want this site to be a unique and up-to-date source of information. Thank you.

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Wildfire Damage Prevention Tips

Disaster Zone

This from Progressive insurance.

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BCM in the Age of AI – Questions Every Resilience Professional Should Ask

DRI Drive

By Chloe Demrovsky President and CEO, DRI International The transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) has been gaining momentum across industries and professions. How will AI transform business continuity management (BCM) and build operational resilience? A lot of the conversation has understandably been about the risks, but what are the potential benefits?

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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.

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Zerto Now Available on HPE GreenLake Cloud Platform

Zerto

HPE GreenLake for Disaster Recovery Is Generally Available Experience Zerto wherever and however you want! Traditionally, Zerto has been available on-premises, in the public cloud, or with an MSP (managed service provider). Now customers can also experience Zerto as a simple, flexible SaaS-based disaster recovery (DR) solution on HPE GreenLake, the edge-to-cloud platform.

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New FEMA Handbook on Climate Change

Recovery Diva

Visit the post for more.

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Should Heat Waves Be Named?

Disaster Zone

Would it help draw attention to the threats from heat?

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Your Insights Help Shape the Profession: ?Take This Short Survey

DRI Drive

In less than 10 minutes, you can help shape your profession by taking our annual risk survey. You’ll also be creating useful information for yourself and your peers. You know how you’re always looking for statistics to back up your budget requests or influence upper management? Well, the results of this survey are an important […] The post Your Insights Help Shape the Profession: Take This Short Survey appeared first on DRI Drive.

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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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Disk Is Done When It Comes to Backups

Pure Storage

Disk Is Done When It Comes to Backups by Pure Storage Blog Using all-flash storage for backups is a subject I first wrote about 10 years ago in a blog post published on Computerworld. Back in 2013, it was an unprecedented idea, but using my crystal ball, I predicted the following: The way I see it, a few years from now it will be common to use flash arrays as backup targets, and probably a few years after that we’ll all wonder how we ever used anything else.

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FEMA is Running Out of Money

Recovery Diva

From Axios: FEMA set to run out of money before peak hurricane season “The federal government’s disaster relief fund is on pace to run out of money at the height of both the hurricane and wildfire seasons, a top official warned this week. Why it matters: Government funding emergencies aren’t new, but the climate crisis has sent the number of costly natural disasters soaring, stretching the Federal Emergency Management Agency thin at the worst time of year.

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Where is the International Heat Emergency?

Disaster Zone

GDACS is not following the heat—it seems.

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Upcoming Webinar: How ESG Will Impact BCM

DRI Drive

Join us Aug. 1 at 1:00 p.m. ET for a live webinar on how environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) impacts the business continuity profession! ESG has become a major topic of discussion. How should the resilience community navigate ESG to better manage sustainability and develop best practices for their organizations? A new report from […] The post Upcoming Webinar: How ESG Will Impact BCM appeared first on DRI Drive.

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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.

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Pure Storage and Intel: Revolutionizing Total Cost of Ownership in Data Centers

Pure Storage

Pure Storage and Intel: Revolutionizing Total Cost of Ownership in Data Centers by Pure Storage Blog This blog is co-authored with Dale Bettine, General Manager, Intel Xeon Product and Solutions Storage Group, and William (Bill) Cerreta, General Manager of Platforms, Pure Storage, Inc. In today’s data-driven world, organizations face the challenge of managing ever-increasing amounts of data while striving for efficiency and cost savings.

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Security Industry Association Appoints Ken Francis as Chair of SIA Executive Advisory Board

Security Industry Association

Francis, president of Eagle Eye Networks, will assume the role of chair of the association’s panel of executive thought leaders from SIA member companies. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Ken Francis – president of Eagle Eye Networks and a former member of the SIA Board of Directors – to serve as the new chair of the SIA Executive Advisory Board.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: New Advances in Drone Technologies

Disaster Zone

To include inside of buildings!

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Q&A With Disclo: Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

Alert Media

Hannah Olson, Co-Founder and CEO of Disclo, discusses how to successfully navigate disability inclusion and accommodations in the workplace.

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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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Resiliency Is Top Priority in 2023 White House Cybersecurity Strategy

Pure Storage

Resiliency Is Top Priority in 2023 White House Cybersecurity Strategy by Pure Storage Blog Last week, the White House released the updated National Cybersecurity Strategy for 2023—“A Path to Resilience.” It’s the first official update to the strategy since 2018, building on the 2020 Ransomware Memo that addressed a slew of high-profile attacks. In addition to identifying new trends and threats, the strategy aims to bolster critical infrastructures, U.S. intelligence and defense, and the global c

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What SIA Members Need to Know About the New FAR Rule on TikTok

Security Industry Association

Lynn de Séve, founder and president of GSA Schedules, Inc., is chair of SIA’s Procurement Policy Working Group. In response to the recent surge of security concerns regarding the application TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance Limited, Congress prohibited federal agency and contractor use under Division R, section 102 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 , known as the “No TikTok on Government Devices Act,” which was signed into law Dec. 29, 2022.

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The Role of State Guard in Disaster Response

Disaster Zone

It is up to each state to decide if, when and how.

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Predictable Patterns During a Crisis

BryghtPath

By definition, a crisis creates an unstable and high pressure situation. In the moment, there are so many unknowns and you would give anything for a crystal ball to know how it will unfold. While we would not recommend speculating, we have seen hundreds of crises and identified common patterns that have emerged in most … The post Predictable Patterns During a Crisis appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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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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Business Power Outage Emergency Response Planning in 7 Easy Steps

Alert Media

Power outages can be devastating, but they don’t have to slow you down. Keep your business moving with a power outage emergency response plan.

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AI Readiness Is Not an Option

Pure Storage

AI Readiness Is Not an Option by Pure Storage Blog This article on AI readiness initially appeared on Kirk Borne’s LinkedIn. The blog has been republished with the author’s credit and consent. This year, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a major conversation centerpiece at home, in the park, at the gym, at work, everywhere. This is not entirely due to or related to ChatGPT and LLMs (large language models), though those have been the main drivers.

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Where Are We Safe from Climate Change?

Disaster Zone

Evidently, no where.

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