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Unlocking effective emergency response

everbridge

The duty to care for employees and protect them from undue risk has never been more important. Each year, the U.S. experiences an estimated 240 million calls made to 9-1-1. Because of this, lawmakers have enacted federal regulations like Kari’s Law and the RAY BAUM’s Act. These legislations help ensure certain protections are provided during emergency situations.

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Is Skyrocketing Stress the Next Resilience Threat?

DRI Drive

It’s no surprise that the past few years have been taxing for the global workforce. But according to the latest Gallup polls, those stress levels aren’t going down anytime soon – and it could take a major toll on companies’ resilience capabilities. The annual Gallup State of the Global Workplace surveyed thousands of employees in […] The post Is Skyrocketing Stress the Next Resilience Threat?

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Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Emergency Management’s Use of Social Media’

Disaster Zone

What are you doing with technology in general and social media in particular?

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Emergency Management's Use of Social Media

Disaster Zone Podcast

It is always fun to talk to someone who is a leader within the emergency management profession. In this podcast we hear from Halil (Hal) Grieb who only recently started with G&H International as a Technical Project Manager. Prior to joining G&H International, Hal spent numerous years as a County Emergency Management director in both Jefferson County, Colorado and Alachua County, Florida.

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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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Ten things I learned while leading Corporate Security Innovation at Target

BryghtPath

As the former Manager of Corporate Security Innovation & Design at Target, my role often put me at the intersection of technology, strategy, and change management. Corporate security, a function traditionally seen as conservative and risk-averse, may seem like an unlikely place for innovation. However, my experience at Target has taught me that it’s precisely … The post Ten things I learned while leading Corporate Security Innovation at Target appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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Do You Have Writer’s Block? No Problem

Disaster Zone

ChatGPT and other tools are coming to your rescue.

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The AI Conspiracy Theories Are Coming

The Rand Blog

Artificial intelligence is a technology ready-made for conspiratorial thinking. The time to counter conspiracy theories about AI is now—before they take hold in the minds of the public.

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“Managed Retreat” from Flood-Prone Homes

Recovery Diva

From CNN: Thousands of Americans are leaving homes in flood-risk areas. But where are they moving to? “For more than four decades, the US government has been paying cities and states to move homeowners away from areas that are at high risk of severe flooding. When a hurricane or major flooding event devastates an area, a neighborhood can send a request for the local or state government to buy the impacted land and give residents money to start over someplace else.

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3 Ways Your BCP Can Help You with Non-Emergency Operations

KingsBridge BCP

As the world evolves in the wake of the Covid pandemic, successful & healthy businesses and organizations may be looking at the possibility of a zero ROI, trying to justify the expense of building and/or maintaining its BCP. When facing this challenge, consider these three distinct ways that a BCP can help you with non-emergency operations in your organization.

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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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The Difference Between Equity and Inclusion

Disaster Zone

See if you agree.

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How Not to Help Ukraine

The Rand Blog

Good strategy involves clearly defining your objectives (ends), developing practical methods to accomplish them (ways), and then allocating sufficient resources (means) to turn these objectives and methods into reality. The debate over congressional support for Ukraine aid largely revolves around means. But what of the other two legs of the strategic triad?

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Disaster Insurance Article

Recovery Diva

From HSNW: Why Insurance Companies Are Pulling Out of California and Florida, and How to Fix Some of the Underlying Problems. Author is Prof. Melanie Gall of ASU.

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Press Release: Bryghtpath LLC introduces Exercise in a Day™? – Custom crisis tabletops designed and built in just one day

BryghtPath

Bryghtpath LLC, a crisis management and business continuity consulting leader, announced its innovative new product, Exercise in a Day™️, today. Designed to meet the needs of today’s fast-paced business environment, Exercise in a Day™️ empowers organizations to prepare comprehensive crisis management tabletop exercises in just one day. Exercise in a Day™️ offers a custom crisis … The post Press Release: Bryghtpath LLC introduces Exercise in a Day™️ – Custom crisis tabletops des

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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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Signing the Waiver of Liability

Disaster Zone

The submersible is a cautionary tale.

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Why Every BC Professional Should Become a Gap Hunter

MHA Consulting

Business continuity professionals who want to make their organizations more resilient should make a conscious effort to become gap hunters. Time spent identifying and closing gaps in the organization’s preparedness is an investment that brings exceptional returns. Related on MHA Consulting: How to Get Strong: Unlocking the Power of Vulnerability Management The Practice of Vulnerability Management Last week, MHA CEO Michael Herrera wrote a blog about vulnerability management , the practice of ide

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Storage and Data Protection News for the Week of June 23; Updates from Cisco, Catalogic Software, Zscaler & More

Solutions Review

Solutions Review editors curated this list of the most noteworthy storage and data protection news items for the week of June 23, 2023. Keeping tabs on all the most relevant storage and data protection news can be a time-consuming task. As a result, our editorial team aims to provide a summary of the top headlines from the last week, in this space. Solutions Review editors will curate vendor product news, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital funding, talent acquisition, and other noteworthy

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Exploring Careers in Business Continuity

BryghtPath

Business continuity professionals play an integral role in safeguarding an organization’s functionality during unforeseen crises. These experts interact with individuals from various ranks within an organization, including CEOs, IT professionals, and others, ensuring that contingency plans are prepared and properly executed during emergencies.

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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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Another COVID19 Pandemic Aha Moment

Disaster Zone

What we generally failed to do.

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So Many Questions, So Little Time for Pacific Logistics

The Rand Blog

The United States has been struggling to “pivot to the Pacific” for over a decade, and one of the major missing pieces is logistics. It is critical that the logistics underpinning a credible military deterrent be figured out now.

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Progress and Lessons Learned Using NFPA 3000 in Augusta, GA

National Fire Protection Association

In 2018, Augusta, Georgia, became the first community to implement NFPA 3000®, Standard for an Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response (ASHER) Program, to address mass casualty event mitigation, planning, response, and recovery. During a Tuesday session at the NFPA Conference & Expo®, NFPA 3000: Active Response in the Community, five panelists who have since played a critical role in bringing NFPA 3000 to life in Augusta came together to discuss lessons learned, and how they’ve reached across soci

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Harnessing the Power of Maturity Models

BryghtPath

In an increasingly unpredictable world, having a well-structured and efficient business continuity program is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Companies today face an ever-growing list of potential disruptions, from natural disasters and cyberattacks to global pandemics. In the face of these challenges, ensuring the smooth continuity of critical operations can make the difference … The post Harnessing the Power of Maturity Models 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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Severe Weather in the Forecast

Disaster Zone

Just about every day somewhere in America.

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Tornado Preparedness for Business: Plan, Practice, Communicate

Alert Media

Tornadoes are dangerous and common. Don’t leave your employees hanging in the wind—make sure your business and people stay safe from tornadoes.

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With E-Bike Fires on the Rise, an Expert Panel Takes a Deeper Look at Lithium-Ion Battery Safety at the NFPA Conference & Expo

National Fire Protection Association

Electric bicycles and electric scooters—commonly known as e-bikes and e-scooters—are more popular now than ever. These micromobility devices give thousands of riders in metropolitan areas around the world a lower-cost and environmentally friendly way of getting around. But the presence of lithium-ion batteries in these devices introduces the risk of fires and explosions.

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Press Release: Bryghtpath LLC introduces Exercise in a Day™? – Custom crisis tabletops designed and built in just one day

BryghtPath

Bryghtpath LLC, a crisis management and business continuity consulting leader, announced its innovative new product, Exercise in a Day™️, today. Designed to meet the needs of today’s fast-paced business environment, Exercise in a Day™️ empowers organizations to prepare comprehensive crisis management tabletop exercises in just one day. Exercise in a Day™️ offers a custom crisis … The post Press Release: Bryghtpath LLC introduces Exercise in a Day™️ – Custom crisis tabletops des

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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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Ready for Hurricane Season?

Disaster Zone

What one mobile carrier has been up to.

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Backup vs. Replication: What’s the Difference?

Unitrends

In today’s global, digital economy, businesses rely on data and application availability 24/7/365. Data protection is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a necessity for survival. This holds especially true for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). Historically, SMBs believed they were small fish in a big pond and didn’t need the same data protection levels as […] The post Backup vs.

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Treating Mental Health Within Jails Should Start Beyond Jails

The Rand Blog

In the United States, people with mental health concerns are disproportionately jailed at a staggering rate. It is essential that people have access to the health care they need while incarcerated. But efforts to build up community-based alternatives are essential, too.

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