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Executive Leadership on Security and Risk Management

Disaster Zone Podcast

Increasing risks and increasing technology are the topics in this podcast. How to manage technology and risks that extend from the cyber perspective all the way to corporate leadership and climate change. This is one of the most engaging conversations that the Disaster Zone Podcast has had with a true subject matter expert. Leaders in business and government should listen to this podcast.

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Collaborative Partner Spotlight for November

DRI Drive

As the leading nonprofit helping organizations around the world prepare for and recover from disasters, DRI relies on groups that promote greater resiliency. We encourage our Certified Professionals to support these valuable partners. Continuity Professionals of Ohio – On Nov. 7, CPO will co-host an online event, “Business Impact Analysis: Don’t Skimp on the Analysis”.

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Need to Improve Hurricane Recovery Policies

Recovery Diva

From The Conversation: People displaced by hurricanes face anxiety and a long road to recovery, US census surveys show − smarter, targeted policies could help “As the climate warms, extreme storms are becoming more common in every region of the country. That’s raising the risks and the need for policymakers to prepare communities to limit harm from disasters and recover afterward.

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SIA Leads Letter to Congress Urging Protection of Security Devices Under Spectrum Proposal

Security Industry Association

On Oct. 29, 2024, the Security Industry Association (SIA) sent a letter signed by 92 security businesses and organizations conveying a strong, industrywide message to Capitol Hill urging members of Congress to weigh in with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on a proposal that would restructure the Lower 900 MHz frequency. As explained in a recent SIA post on the issue, the proposed licensing and rulemaking would affect alarm, electronic access and security camera technologies, among ot

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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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Achieving Data Immutability with Zerto

Zerto

In today’s digital landscape, data is one of the most valuable assets for any organization. Ensuring its security is paramount, especially in the face of increasing cyber threats and stringent regulatory requirements. Implementing technologies such as data immutability can help address those needs. Why is Data Immutability Important? Data immutability is a critical component for organizations to store data in a way that it cannot be altered or deleted once written.

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Hurricanes Helen and Milton Damage U.S. Agricultural System

Recovery Diva

From HSNW: Helene and Milton Upended a Key Part of the Nation’s Agriculture System “America depends on Southeastern agriculture. After two hurricanes and billions of dollars in damages, the US food supply chain faces an uncertain future.

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Make Your File Data Immortal with Real-time Enterprise File

Pure Storage

Make Your File Data Immortal with Real-time Enterprise File by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Storage Real-time Enterprise File empowers infrastructure owners by delivering a simple yet powerful storage solution that grows alongside their business. With Real-time Enterprise File, enterprises can make their data immortal—always scalable, flexible, and future-ready.

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Security Industry Association Releases Version 2.2.2 of SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol Standard

Security Industry Association

The new version of OSDP provides enhancements to the leading access control communications standard. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released version 2.2.2 of SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), an access control communications standard developed by SIA to improve interoperability among access control and security products.

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The State—and Fate—of America's Indo-Pacific Alliances

The Rand Blog

The popular notion that the November 5 election represents an inflection point for U.S. foreign policy is vastly overstated, at least in the Indo-Pacific. Rather, U.S. foreign policy in this region is likely to remain consistent.

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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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H. Helene Data Gathering Project

Recovery Diva

From HSToday: USACE Team Gathers Hurricane Helene Flood Data to Strengthen Community Resilience and Response. “Data collection teams are documenting flood information that will help hydraulic engineers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers understand the impacts of Hurricane Helene to enhance flood risk resiliency for the affected communities according to an article from the U.S.

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As Smart Power Grids Generate a Surge in Data, Utilities Look to Storage to Succeed

Pure Storage

As Smart Power Grids Generate a Surge in Data, Utilities Look to Storage to Succeed by Pure Storage Blog Summary Advanced metering infrastructures (AMIs) collect and analyze data that utility companies use to improve efficiency, system performance, and customer experiences. As climate change puts energy security at risk, utility companies around the world are turning to new technologies to drive efficiencies while also keeping up with customer expectations.

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ISC East 2024 to Present Dynamic Lineup of Special Events, New Show Floor Features

Security Industry Association

Conference-goers will have ample opportunities to explore, network and celebrate industry achievements on the show floor and beyond NORWALK, Conn. – ISC East , with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter , is set to host another year of ISC East Special Events coupled with updated features to The Bridge, the Career Zone and the greater show floor.

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Russia's Imperial Ambitions Are a Clear Threat to NATO

The Rand Blog

As long as Moscow uses force to pursue imperial ambition, Russia's neighbors and NATO members will be under threat. Multiple factors could affect this, including the outcome of the war in Ukraine, Russia's capacity to rebuild military power while repressing domestic opposition, and Western resolve.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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Recovery Diva

If you like this site as a reliable source of information, please support it. The Diva works for free but there are expenses entailed in maintaining the site and the archiv es. Please use the Donate Now button in the right hand column. Thank you.

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Avoid Tricks and Treat Yourself to Energy-efficient Storage

Pure Storage

Avoid Tricks and Treat Yourself to Energy-efficient Storage by Pure Storage Blog Summary While a storage system may appear to be an energy-efficient solution in a benchmark, the actual performance may differ when it’s scaled to meet the specific needs of a business. A more comprehensive approach that looks at right-sizing the solution for performance, energy efficiency, space optimization, and long-term reliability is needed.

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October Wrap-Up: Product Updates Across the PagerDuty Operations Cloud by Joseph Mandros

PagerDuty

At PagerDuty, we’re committed to delivering powerful updates that help you respond faster, work smarter, and deliver seamless customer experiences. As a fast follow to our recent launch , this quarter’s wrap-up blog highlights our latest product innovations and upcoming features—all designed to enhance your operational resilience and drive meaningful business outcomes by reducing risk and strengthening your ability to adapt and respond effectively.

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Recent Hurricanes and Geoengineering

The Rand Blog

Recent hurricanes sparked false conspiracy theories about government-created disasters via geoengineering. These unfounded theories highlight geoengineering risks, which remain with limited international regulation.

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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SIA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Board Closes Out Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Security Industry Association

Kasia Hanson – CEO and founder of KFactor Global Security Advisory – serves on SIA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Board. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month , and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board (CAB) is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board member Kasia Hanson – CEO and founder of KFactor Global Security Advisory – get to know the CAB an

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Pure Storage Empowers VMware Optimization to Reduce Costs and Enhance Efficiency

Pure Storage

Pure Storage Empowers VMware Optimization to Reduce Costs and Enhance Efficiency by Pure Storage Blog Summary The new Virtualization Assessment in Pure1 provides the deep insights customers need to rethink their VMware strategy, streamline operations, and reduce costs. Pure Storage is known for our industry-leading storage platform, but our impact goes far beyond just storage.

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Building Operational Resiliency in Higher Education with AIOps by Devin Sickler

PagerDuty

The higher education industry is experiencing significant transformation. Colleges and universities have embedded digital tools across their academic environments to provide exceptional experiences for students, faculty, and staff. As technology becomes more integral to education, maintaining efficient, secure IT operations while ensuring 24/7 availability presents new challenges for institutions to manage.

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The White House's Big Vision of AI Safety: Building a Responsive Research Agenda Aligned with NSM AI

The Rand Blog

The White House released the first-ever National Security Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence. It covers a diverse set of issues, providing a comprehensive strategy for governing AI use in national security systems. A five-part research agenda can support its implementation.

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Brain Fog HQ: Memory Enhancement Techniques for Professional Development

Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha

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Solution architects: How many Microsoft 365 tools do MSPs really need?

Acronis

When it comes to Microsoft 365, multiple services and solutions are required to deliver adequate protection. But as the vendor list grows longer and the costs to implement, operate and manage all these tools eat into margins, this can counteract growth. Solution consolidation has many benefits that MSPs should consider.

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How to use your notification system during hurricanes

everbridge

Here are a few tips for using your notification system to keep your organization and constituents informed and safe. Before a hurricane hits Safety and preparedness guidance. Provide employees, citizens, and others with tips for preparing their homes and families for a hurricane. Situational updates. Keep management in the loop with regular updates, which will also reassure them that you are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to act.

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Crisis Management for Pharmaceuticals: Best Practices

BryghtPath

Explore the critical elements of effective crisis management in the pharmaceutical industry, understand its significance, and discover strategies to safeguard your company's reputation while prioritizing patient safety in times of crisis. The post Crisis Management for Pharmaceuticals: Best Practices appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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Wargaming the Future of Climate Change

The Rand Blog

The U.S. Department of Defense describes climate change as a critical national security issue and a “threat multiplier.” A new card game can help military leaders think through how climate change might affect people, infrastructure, and military operations.

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Acronis awards outstanding partners at Acronis Partner Day

Acronis

At Acronis Partner Day in Barcelona in October, Acronis CEO Ezequiel Steiner joined Chief Sales Officer Katya Ivanova in honoring partners during the Acronis #CyberFit Partner Awards ceremony.

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