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Business Continuity Management Plan: A Complete Guide for Resilience

KingsBridge BCP

Business Continuity Management Plan: A Complete Guide for Resilience Introduction Unplanned disruptionswhether natural disasters, cyberattacks, or supply chain failurescan cripple a business. A well-structured business continuity management plan (BCMP) ensures your company can respond effectively and minimize downtime. In this guide, well cover: 1. What is a Business Continuity Management Plan?

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DRI International Awards ‘Resilient Enterprise’ Designation to ADCMC

DRI Drive

The first accredited emergency center worldwide to receive this DRI accreditation New York, NY February 5, 2025 Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) International, the leading nonprofit in business continuity and resilience education and certification, is pleased to announce that The Abu Dhabi Crisis Management Center (ADCMC) has received the DRI accreditation of Resilient Enterprise […] The post DRI International Awards ‘Resilient Enterprise’ Designation to ADCMC appeared first

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Forecasting the Future

Disaster Zone Podcast

I dont know if you have noticed, but things are changing fast. Change is happening at every level of our society, in government, business and culture. Nothing is immune from the extent of change that is occurring. In this podcast we explore the topic of forecasting the future in order to better prepare ourselves and our organizations. You will find this topic engaging and thought provoking.

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Why Cyber Vaults are Essential to a Bulletproof Cyber Resilience Strategy

Zerto

With the help of UserEvidence, we recently surveyed more than 100 Zerto users to learn why they purchased their Zerto solution, whats their approach to cyber resilience, and what they are looking for in a cyber vault. Here are some of our key findings. Why our customers purchased Zerto Zerto combines ransomware resilience , disaster recovery , and multi-cloud mobility into one solution.

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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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NexusTek Launches Secure AI Platform to Address Generative AI Challenges

NexusTek

NexusTek Launches Secure AI Platform to Address Generative AI Challenges Greenwood Village, CO – February 4th, 2025 NexusTek, a leading provider of managed IT services, today announced the launch of the NexusTek Secure AI Platform , a comprehensive solution enabling businesses to harness the productivity benefits of generative AI while maintaining unmatched data security, oversight, and compliance.

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Meeting the Moment: Welcome to Our Revitalized Reseller Partner Program

Pure Storage

Meeting the Moment: Welcome to Our Revitalized Reseller Partner Program by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Storages ability to reach so many organizations worldwide is only possible through our partner ecosystem. This latest version of our program allows our reseller partners to jump on the breadth of net new and refresh opportunities in the market. Over the past decade, all-flash data centers have reshaped the storage industry.

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Inflation, Job Anxiety, and Grievance: A Recipe for Civil Unrest in 2025

Bernstein Crisis Management

Oscar Villanueva, TAL Global Inflation, Job Anxiety, and Grievance: A Recipe for Civil Unrest in 2025 By Oscar Villanueva, TAL Global Economic fears and eroding trust in institutions are creating a volatile mix that threatens global stability. Inflation, shifting job markets, and widespread misinformation are fueling grievances. This will almost certainly lead to civil unrest and pose significant risks to organizations and communities, creating a crisis management nightmare.

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SIA New Member Profile: Inter-Con Security

Security Industry Association

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Inter-Con Security is a provider of high-quality, centralized services, using an embedded support model rather than a branch model to deliver scalable, customizable and comprehensive services to clients. The global company is headquartered in Pasadena, California, and operates in 13 countries across North America, Latin America and Africa.

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Compliance Guide: Building HIPAA-Compliant Telemedicine Platforms 

Reciprocity

Telemedicine’s rapid growth demands smarter HIPAA compliance solutions. As cyber threats evolve and regulations tighten, healthcare organizations need agile, comprehensive protection for patient data. Ready to simplify your telemedicine compliance strategy? Learn more about ZenGRC’s comprehensive HIPAA capabilities and schedule a demo today to gain clarity and confidence in your compliance journey.

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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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Managing Organizational Change With a Risk-Based Approach

LogisManager

Managing Organizational Change With a Risk-Based Approach Last Updated: February 5, 2025 In a business world of competitive pressures and shifting market demands, organizational change management (OCM) is critical. However, if you’re managing a new system, improving processes or driving large-scale initiatives, your success will largely depend on how you manage risks.

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AI Monitoring and LLMOps with PagerDuty by Scott Sieper

PagerDuty

This post was authored by Mitra Goswami, Ralph Bird, Everaldo Aguiar, and Scott Sieper. Over the past two years, generative AI (GenAI) has come a long way, from the early excitement of ChatGPT to early explorations and more and more companies deploying GenAI-powered features into production. As the field continues to evolve, with breakthroughs announced almost daily, we at PagerDuty have been on-call thinking about all aspects of this transformation and how to safely leverage GenAI to further im

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Increase Your Agility in Azure: 3 Seamless Customer-driven Pure Cloud Block Store Upgrades

Pure Storage

Increase Your Agility in Azure: 3 Seamless Customer-driven Pure Cloud Block Store Upgrades by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Cloud Block Store on Azure brings enterprise-grade storage capabilities to the cloud. Three new enhancements deliver even more flexibility with self-service Purity upgrades, capacity upgrades, and seamless controller upgrades.

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When Disaster Strikes… Take Control of the Story

KingsBridge BCP

When Disaster Strikes Take Control of the Story News coverage can make or break your business reputation, this is where the Business Continuity Communication Plan comes into play. In our Business Continuity Planning (BCP) sessions, we stress the importance of getting your message out quickly. If you let the media control the narrative, they might […] The post When Disaster Strikes Take Control of the Story appeared first on KingsBridgeBCP.

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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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Webinar: How to Build a Proactive Risk Program

LogisManager

Webinar: How to Build a Proactive Risk Program Duration: 58 Minutes Are Your Controls Truly Protecting Your Organization? Watch the recording of our insightful webinar that equips you with the knowledge and tools to ensure your controls are aligned with real riskseliminating blind spots, wasted efforts, and compliance gaps. In this session, we break down how a proactive, risk-based approach strengthens assurance and delivers measurable business impact.

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How Financial Entities Can Turn IT Outages Into Strategic Advantages by Laura Chu

PagerDuty

IT outages are a growing concern for financial entities, threatening both operational resilience and regulatory compliance. These disruptions dont just create downtimethey also present unique opportunities for learning and transformation. By addressing common challenges and adopting forward-thinking strategies, organizations can turn outages into stepping stones for achieving operational excellence.

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The Cost of Non-Compliance: Why Third-Party Risk Should Be a Top Priority in 2025 

Reciprocity

In 2025, organizations face an unprecedented challenge in managing third-party risk. As artificial intelligence reshapes business operations and remote work continues to become deeply embedded in corporate culture, the traditional boundaries of organizational security have dissolved. This isn’t just about vendor assessments anymore it’s about managing an intricate web of AI-powered tools, remote access points, and digital dependencies that could each represent a potential vulnerabil

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Please Support This Site

Recovery Diva

If you like this site, please donate to help the Diva get the occasional technical support she needs to keep it going. This is the 14th year she has donated her time and resources to provide information about disaster recovery and related topics. Use the Donate Now button in the right hand column. Thank you.

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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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Transforming Disaster Management: The Promise and Challenges of AI in Wildfire Damage Assessment

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

The aftermath of a major wildfire presents a grim landscape: communities devastated, homes reduced to ash, and recovery teams racing against time to assess the extent of the damage. In the U.S., a preliminary damage assessment supports a request for federal assistance through a Stafford Act Presidential Disaster Declaration. This often involves labor-intensive, on-the-ground fieldwork, requiring significant time and resources.

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Insider Threat Assessment: Protect Your Business From Within

Alert Media

Insider threats can compromise your organizations security, productivity, and morale. Learn how to assess, detect, and mitigate these risks effectively.

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How Financial Leaders Can Overcome 6 Major Industry Challenges by Laura Chu

PagerDuty

Financial entities operate in a complex technical landscape where legacy systems must coexist with modern technologies to meet evolving customer expectations. This interconnected environment introduces vulnerabilities that can lead to IT disruptions, inefficiencies, increased costs, and regulatory risks. High-profile outages, such as those faced by Bank of America and other global institutions, emphasize the critical importance of operational resilience and compliance.

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Radio Discussion of FEMA – via Scholar’s Circle

Recovery Diva

Scholars Circle Reforming Federal Emergency Management Agency of USA The Diva was one of three participants i this discussion.

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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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Acronis appoints Stephen Nichols Country Manager for Canada

Acronis

Acronis has appointed veteran Director of Solution Engineering Stephen Nichols as the Country Manager for Canada. In his new role, Nichols will focus on growing Acronis' revenue and expansion in the region.

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Webinar: How to Build a Proactive Risk Program

LogisManager

Webinar: How to Build a Proactive Risk Program Duration: 58 Minutes Are Your Controls Truly Protecting Your Organization? Watch the recording of our insightful webinar that equips you with the knowledge and tools to ensure your controls are aligned with real riskseliminating blind spots, wasted efforts, and compliance gaps. In this session, we break down how a proactive, risk-based approach strengthens assurance and delivers measurable business impact.

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Collaborative Partner Spotlight: February 2025

DRI Drive

As the leading nonprofit helping organizations around the world prepare for and recover from disasters, DRI relies ongroups that promote greater resiliency. We encourage our Certified Professionals to support these valuable partners. Business Continuity Planners Association BCPAs upcoming events includeColor Me Resilient: The ABCs of Bouncing Forward(Feb. 13) online, andConstructing Effective Exercise Program(Mar. 13) in-person […] The post Collaborative Partner Spotlight: February 2025 ap

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Who Gets the Most Federal Disaster Aid? Republican States!

Recovery Diva

From AP New: Who gets more disaster aid? Republican states. Experts explain that and more about FEMA. An excerpt: “Most states simply dont have enough money to handle big disasters, said Susan Cutter, director of the University of South Carolinas Hazards Vulnerability & Resilience Institute. Theyre going to suffer because they dont have capacities to deal with it without federal help.

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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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Acronis delivers FIPS 140-2-compliant encryption to strengthen your cyber protection

Acronis

With the latest release of Acronis Cyber Protect and Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, you can now leverage FIPS 140-2-validated encryption to deliver secure, compliant cyber protection across even the most regulated environments.

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Managing Organizational Change With a Risk-Based Approach

LogisManager

Managing Organizational Change With a Risk-Based Approach Last Updated: February 5, 2025 In a business world of competitive pressures and shifting market demands, organizational change management (OCM) is critical. However, if you’re managing a new system, improving processes or driving large-scale initiatives, your success will largely depend on how you manage risks.

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Agentic AI for Business Leaders Who Need Results, Not Hype

NexusTek

Agentic AI for Business Leaders Who Need Results, Not Hype February 3, 2025 Hamilton Yu Chief Executive Officer Drive Growth, Cut Costs, and Mitigate Risks with Agentic AI Having spent over two decades in AI – from early machine learning deployments to today’s advanced systems – I’ve seen both the transformative potential and the practical challenges of AI adoption.

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