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CRS Report on Hurricane Helene Recovery

Recovery Diva

From the Congressional Research Service, this 4 page report: Hurricane Helene Recovery: Brief Overview of FEMA Programs and Resources

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024: Doing Our Part to #SecureOurWorld

Pure Storage

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024: Doing Our Part to #SecureOurWorld by Pure Storage Blog The 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month is upon us, and we’re taking the month to spotlight resources and insights to help you improve cyber resilience and build a culture of security. This year’s theme is “ Secure Our World ,” highlighting this global need to do our part, and we all play a part in protecting data and critical assets.

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How Secure is our Election System?

Disaster Zone Podcast

The election system of `the United States was designated a critical infrastructure in 2017. The integrity of our election system is essential for citizens to trust the outcome of local, state and national elections. In this podcast we look at one individual county and the security measures used from a physical and cybersecurity perspective, but then also preventing voter fraud from occurring.

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Security Industry Association Announces Winners for the 2024 James Rothstein Business Scholarship

Security Industry Association

Phillippe Forman of Altronix and Aubrey Moye of dormakaba USA will receive scholarships to support their education and career development at the Securing New Ground conference. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named two recipients for the 2024 James Rothstein Business Scholarship , a new program supporting emerging professionals in the security industry and students entering the industry by providing financial assistance to attend the Securing New Ground (SNG) co

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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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Serious Deficiencies with the National Flood Insurance Program

Recovery Diva

From the WashPost: Thousands of uninsured homes were in Helene’s path. The United States’ crumbling flood insurance system faces a new test after Hurricane Helene. “On average, just a tiny fraction of households in the inland counties hit hardest by Hurricane Helene and its remnants had flood insurance, according to a Washington Post analysis of recent data from the National Flood Insurance Program.

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October 7th and the Limits of Diplomacy

The Rand Blog

Outside mediators, including the United States, may not be able to end the Israel-Hamas war—particularly if the combatants themselves don't want to stop fighting.

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Chatting About Cybersecurity: A Conversation With ChatGPT on the Role of Artificial Intelligence

Security Industry Association

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month , and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board 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 Vice Chair Rachelle Loyear – vice president of integrated security at Allied Universal – learn about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity.

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H. Helene and Hazmat Aftermath

Recovery Diva

From TheConversation: In storms like Hurricane Helene, flooded industrial sites and toxic chemical releases are a silent and growing threat. “Hundreds of industrial facilities with toxic pollutants were in Hurricane Helene’s path as the powerful storm flooded communities across the Southeast in late September 2024.

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Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud once again achieves “Top Product” certification from AV-TEST

Acronis

Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud has once again proven itself to be a leader in cybersecurity by earning AV-TEST’s prestigious "Top Product" certification.

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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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A Year After the October 7 Start of the Israel-Hamas Conflict: Q&A with RAND Experts

The Rand Blog

The bloody conflict in the Middle East has highlighted a complex web of strategic, geopolitical, and humanitarian challenges. RAND experts delve into the regional and global implications of the conflict, the factors that led up to it, where it could be headed, and the geopolitical fallout.

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5 Focus areas for cyber resilience

everbridge

Organizations today are faced with more cyber threats. According to PwC’s 2024 Global Digital Trust Insights survey, the percentage of businesses experiencing data breaches costing over US$1M has risen from 27% to 36%. While no one is immune to cybercrime, preparedness can significantly mitigate its impact on an organization. To improve cyber defenses, the adoption of an incident management system has become essential.

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Aftermath of H. Helene in N.C.

Recovery Diva

From the WashPost: Why Helene’s floods caught North Carolina off guard.Before this scenic, rustic Great Smoky Mountain refuge turned into a trap few residents saw coming, there were signs of Hurricane Helene’s unthinkable potential. “A historic storm that exceeded expectations — and preparations.

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Business Continuity for Executive Leadership Essentials

BryghtPath

Learn about Business Continuity for Executive Leadership, its impact on company resilience, and the steps to take to implement an effective plan in this insightful guide! The post Business Continuity for Executive Leadership Essentials appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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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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Using T-SQL Snapshot Backup: Are Snapshots Backups?

Pure Storage

Using T-SQL Snapshot Backup: Are Snapshots Backups? by Pure Storage Blog Summary Backing up large databases can be a struggle for traditional SQL Server backups. T-SQL snapshot backup is a new feature in SQL Server 2022 that delivers faster, more efficient backups. This blog on snapshot backups originally appeared on www.nocentino.com. It has been republished with permission from the author.

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What are the lessons of Cybersecurity Awareness Month?

Acronis

Now in its second decade, in an era when cybercriminals are continually ramping up their attacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month demonstrates that the educated technology user is still the best line of defense.

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The Need for Serious Climate Resilience in FL

Recovery Diva

From the NY Times: Hurricane Ian Proved Why Ron DeSantis’s Version of Climate Resilience Is a Disaster. One excerpt: “Resilience, Florida style, turned out to mean something different than what climate advocates might have imagined. It primarily meant using taxpayer money to protect the rampant development of low-lying areas such as Lee County — development that some of Governor DeSantis’s staunchest campaign contributors helped lead.

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AI in Cybersecurity: Revolutionizing Threat Detection, Response, and Defense

BryghtPath

As cyber threats become more sophisticated and prevalent, traditional security measures are struggling to keep pace. Cybercriminals now employ advanced techniques, leveraging rapidly evolving malware, zero-day exploits, and even Artificial Intelligence (AI) to breach systems. To combat this growing wave of cybercrime, the cybersecurity landscape is being transformed by AI and machine learning technologies.

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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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The AI Playbook: What Other Sectors Can Learn from the Creative Industry's Fight Against AI

The Rand Blog

The 2023 Writer's Guild of America strike and contract offers a potentially important case study for how AI can be navigated by workers and industry leaders, even before any threat to jobs is imminent.

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Unlock a Cloud-like Purchasing Experience with the Flexibility and Cost Efficiency of Universal Credits

Pure Storage

Unlock a Cloud-like Purchasing Experience with the Flexibility and Cost Efficiency of Universal Credits by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Storage’s Universal Credits offer a unique approach to storage procurement and consumption, providing greater flexibility and TCO advantages. By committing spend upfront and enabling the on-demand activation of services, Universal Credits ensure efficient resource usage, streamline operations, and enable predictable budgeting across Evergreen//One, Pure

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Five Can’t-Miss Sessions on AI and Digital Transformation at ISC East 2024

Security Industry Association

ISC East 2024 is coming up Nov. 19-21 in New York City, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC East recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education at ISC East program , including keynote presentations from top luminaries and over 70 sessions from top industry expert speakers on the most current business trends, technologies and industry developments.

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Building a Robust Disaster Recovery Team: Key Strategies

BryghtPath

Safeguarding your business against unexpected events. This in-depth guide provides all you need to build a disaster recovery team and implement a solid plan to ensure business continuity, featuring roles, responsibilities, and essential best practices! The post Building a Robust Disaster Recovery Team: Key Strategies appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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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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A Concerning Rise in Rough Sleeping Threatens Recent Progress on Unsheltered Homelessness in Los Angeles

The Rand Blog

In Los Angeles, rough sleeping—living without the protection of a vehicle, tent, or makeshift dwelling—has risen to new heights. If left unaddressed, this increase in the most precarious form of homelessness sets back recent progress in Los Angeles's efforts to combat this crisis.

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The New Rules of Engagement for Data Storage and AI

Pure Storage

The New Rules of Engagement for Data Storage and AI by Pure Storage Blog Summary We’re in an AI moment that requires new thinking for data infrastructure. Organizations need a unified data platform that delivers data where it’s needed and reduces data center footprint and costs. Exactly how (and how much) the AI revolution will transform how organizations operate remains to be seen in terms of real results.

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What is Proxmox Virtual Environment (VE)?

Unitrends

Virtualization has transformed the way businesses manage their IT infrastructure, allowing them to maximize resource efficiency, reduce hardware costs and improve scalability. While VMware has long been a leading player in this space, the market landscape is rapidly evolving today, especially after VMware’s acquisition by Broadcom. The transition has raised questions about potential cost rises […] The post What is Proxmox Virtual Environment (VE)?

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Learning From The Best: Examples of Crisis Management

BryghtPath

Navigate a crisis with confidence! Our examples of crisis management examine real-world scenarios & equip your organization for effective response & resilient brand-building. The post Learning From The Best: Examples of Crisis Management 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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NATO and Its Defense Industrial Base

The Rand Blog

The 2024 NATO summit was a display of political unity. To maintain such cohesion, NATO needs to increase its defense industrial base capacity, as well as adopt an acquisition strategy that meets the growing demand for weapons and ammunition. And it needs to do both things in a way that navigates political sensitivities.

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Investing in Our People: A Look Inside Pure Storage’s Career Week 2024

Pure Storage

Investing in Our People: A Look Inside Pure Storage’s Career Week 2024 by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Storage is committed to helping our employees grow professionally and personally. Each year, we host Career Week, which is a week-long event with programming designed to help empower our employees to take charge of their career journeys. Employees are the lifeblood of any organization, running every aspect of the business.

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How PagerDuty Operations Cloud Delivered a 249% Return on Investment by Enhancing Operational Efficiency, Automation, and Resiliency by Dan Anderson

PagerDuty

A Forrester Consulting Total Economic Impact study , commissioned by PagerDuty, reveals that the PagerDuty Operations Cloud delivered a 249% return on investment (ROI) and a net present value of $4.01 million over three years.* The study shows that after adopting the PagerDuty Operations Cloud, organizations reported improved operational efficiency, better incident management, and significant cost savings.