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Impact tolerance in operational resilience: A guide for businesses  

everbridge

Operational resilience has become a defining priority for organizations in sectors like finance and insurance, especially in the UK and Europe. Although there are some differences between the FCA and PRA operational resilience frameworks and DORA (digital Operational Resilience) there are many overlaps and best practices which will slowly be adopted by other industries if it proves to be effective.

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AI in Resilience: A Recap from the DRI2025 Closing Session

DRI Drive

DRI2025, the most-attended conference in business continuity and resilience, concluded with a powerful final session that placed the spotlight on DRI Certified Professionals. Designed to be both innovative and interactive, the session tackled one of the most transformative forces shaping our industry today artificial intelligence (AI). Rather than a traditional panel, this session brought […] The post AI in Resilience: A Recap from the DRI2025 Closing Session appeared first on DRI Drive.

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OUR CHALLENGE

Emergency Planning

Resilience is an illusion. In saying that I mean no disrespect to resilience officers, whose work is honourable, vital and necessary. However, whether resilience has as its goal to 'bounce back' or to 'bounce forward', it represents a tendency to seek homeostasis, in other words a quest for an eventual stable equilibrium. But in the disasters field we have no equilibrium.

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Loss of FEMA Leaders Raises Concern about FEMA’s Readiness

Recovery Diva

From HSToday: Senior Leader Departures Raise Concerns About FEMAs Disaster Readiness “In a troubling development for Americas emergency preparedness, FEMA is experiencing an unprecedented exodus of leadership and staff just weeks away from the 2025 Danger Season1. Over a dozen senior leaders including those with the most disaster recovery experience have either resigned or been fired, according to recent reports.

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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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Modern Storage Meets Cyber Resilience: The Rubrik and Pure Storage Solution Architecture for Unstructured Data

Pure Storage

Modern Storage Meets Cyber Resilience: The Rubrik and Pure Storage Solution Architecture for Unstructured Data by Pure Storage Blog Summary Pure Storage and Rubrik have teamed up to offer a holistic and secure reference architecture solution that enables organizations to manage ever-growing unstructured data volumes, eliminate performance bottlenecks, and bolster their cyber resilience.

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Collaborative Partner Spotlight: March 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 next event is an in-person meeting on Mar. 13 in Edina, MN, on the topic of Constructing Effective […] The post Collaborative Partner Spotlight: March 2025 appeared first on DRI Drive.

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Congressional Hearing on FEMA – March 4

Recovery Diva

From HSToday: Congressional Hearing to Examine the Future of FEMA and Emergency Management Priorities Congressional Hearing to Examine the Future of FEMA and Emergency Management Priorities The Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology will hold a hearing titled Future of FEMA: Perspectives from the Emergency Management Community on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET in Room 310 of the Cannon House Office Building.

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Managing Third-Party Risk in Healthcare Supply Chains

Reciprocity

In healthcare, third-party risk extends beyond operational concernsit’s a matter of patient trust and data security. Manual vendor management creates critical vulnerabilities through fragmented documentation and inconsistent security assessments. ZenGRC transforms this challenge, enabling healthcare organizations to protect sensitive patient data effectively.

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Transforming Physical Security: How AI is Changing the GSOC

Security Industry Association

Ryan Schonfeld is the co-founder and CEO of HiveWatch, a security technology company reimagining how companies keep their people and assets safe. As physical security continues to evolve beyond the traditional “gates, guards and guns” approach, companies are venturing into the rising popularity, and increasingly mandate, of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology.

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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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Is Your Incident Management Tool a Single Point of Failure? The Case for a Multi-Channel Approach by Débora Cambé

PagerDuty

When were talking about incidents, we know its not a matter of if, but when. It spares no systems: ours, yours or your vendors. We’ve all seen widely-used products experience incidents, and the domino effect it has on all operations relying on them for seamless functionality. Vendors offering narrow, chat-centered incident management tools might seem attractive at first glance, but they fundamentally misunderstand the complexity of enterprise operations.

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Building a security-first culture

everbridge

Security is no longer just about guards and gatesits digital, physical, and constantly evolving. Pamela Larson talks about the biggest changes shes seen, and what leaders need to do to stay resilient. 1. What do you see as the biggest security challenges organizations face today? Security threats have grown more complex, requiring organizations to protect both physical and digital assets.

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How Zerto Aids Your Compliance Needs Within Security Frameworks

Zerto

Cyber resilience is not just an option with the rise of cyber threatsits a necessity. Businesses are increasingly recognizing that to stay ahead of these threats, they need not only robust security practices but strategic frameworks to guide their efforts. Zerto plays a vital role in helping businesses achieve these critical standards, ensuring they remain secure and compliant.

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ISC West 2025 Showcases the Largest-Ever SIA Education@ISC Program

Security Industry Association

The SIA Education@ISC program will feature an additional day of learning, new tracks and a record-breaking number of speakers and sessions. NORWALK, Conn. ISC West ,the nations leading comprehensive and converged security trade event, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), will unveil its most expansive SIA Education@ISC program to date.

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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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The Legacy of the Diva

Recovery Diva

From the Natural Hazards Center at the University of CO, this article about the legacy of Claire Rubin: Student Volunteers Carry Claire Rubin’s Legacy Forward. This is the first time the posting has been about the author!

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Strengthening security resilience: A proactive approach to evolving threats

everbridge

Security threats are shifting faster than ever. In this blog, Pamela Larson shares why organizations need to stay proactive, not reactive, when it comes to protecting people, systems, and operations. Security threats are evolving rapidly, shaped by a combination of cyber vulnerabilities, supply chain risks, geopolitical instability, and natural disasters.

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DCIG names Acronis a Top 5 backup vendor for VMware in two categories

Acronis

The Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG) recently named Acronis a Top 5 vendor in two categories, VMware backup for midsize enterprises and VMware backup for managed service providers (MSPs).

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The State of Security Industry Standards: An Update From ASSA ABLOY

Security Industry Association

On Feb. 11, 2025, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Standards Committee hosted a webinar on the state of security industry standards. In a discussion moderated by SIA Standards Committee Chair Peter Boriskin (chief technology officer at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, experts from SIA and fellow industry-related standards development organizations (SDOs) highlighted their most recent developments.

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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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Corporate Risk Management: Proven Strategies to Safeguard Your Business

Alert Media

Explore proven corporate risk management techniques to safeguard your organization against complex threats. Plus, download a free template.

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Building a resilient workplace culture

everbridge

What makes a workplace resilient? In this interview, Everbridge Chief People Officer Cara Antonacci shares her perspective on how leaders can strengthen team resilience, adapt to change, and foster a culture of trust and collaboration. She discusses the role of communication, leadership, and the importance of supporting employees in a constantly evolving work environment.

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Driving Impact Through Innovation: A Visit to Ecofiltro in Guatemala by Debbie O'Brien

PagerDuty

At PagerDuty, we believe in using our resources to drive meaningful change. In 2019, we launched PagerDuty.org to accelerate the impact of mission-driven organizations, embedding social impact into our culture and operations. Today, we continue to activate 1,200 employees and invest in building a more equitable and sustainable future. We are committed to pioneering innovative approaches to philanthropysupporting over 600 organizations with discounted access to the PagerDuty Operations Cloud and

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Acronis achieves 100% protection rate in AVLab’s Advanced In-The-Wild Malware Test

Acronis

In January 2025, the AVLab Cybersecurity Foundation initiated its first of six Advanced In-The-Wild Malware Tests for the year. Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, supplemented by Acronis EDR, demonstrated an excellent level of protection.

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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 Third-Party Risk in Healthcare Supply Chains

Reciprocity

In healthcare, third-party risk extends beyond operational concernsit’s a matter of patient trust and data security. Manual vendor management creates critical vulnerabilities through fragmented documentation and inconsistent security assessments. ZenGRC transforms this challenge, enabling healthcare organizations to protect sensitive patient data effectively.

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Building a thriving workplace: How culture drives resilience

everbridge

Workplace culture isnt just about perks or policiesits what determines how teams handle change, pressure, and challenges. In this blog, Everbridge Chief People Officer Cara Antonacci explores how organizations can build resilience by fostering a strong, connected culture, especially in todays global and digital-first work environment. She shares insights on leadership, communication, and creating a culture that supports people through uncertainty.

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Is Your Incident Management Tool a Single Point of Failure? The Case for a Multi-Channel Approach by Débora Cambé

PagerDuty

When were talking about incidents, we know its not a matter of if, but when. It spares no systems: ours, yours or your vendors. We’ve all seen widely-used products experience incidents, and the domino effect it has on all operations relying on them for seamless functionality. Vendors offering narrow, chat-centered incident management tools might seem attractive at first glance, but they fundamentally misunderstand the complexity of enterprise operations.

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New compliance requirements: What manufacturers need to know

Acronis

Today, NIS 2 is live and enforceable by EU legislation. The implications are widespread but are particularly unique for manufacturers that are tasked with protecting both IT and OT environments. Explore what these implications are, how they differ from traditional businesses, and ways manufacturers can address their cybersecurity gaps.

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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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New Book on Recent Large Scale Disasters Due Out This Month

Recovery Diva

Soon to be released in hard copy and electronic versions: U.S. Emergency Management in the 21st Century From Disaster to Catastrophe. Note that the Diva is one of the editors. Our understanding of hazards and disasters is rapidly changing, and it is unclear as to whether our existing management systems are adequate to adapt to current and future disasters.

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Communicating Effective Emergency and Disaster Warnings

Disaster Zone Podcast

In this podcast we explore what makes for effective alerts and warnings with one of the preeminent scholars and researching these topics today. Jeannette Sutton, Ph.D., specializes in disaster and risk with a primary focus on online informal communication, and public alerts and warnings disseminated via short messaging channels. Much of her research investigates the evolving role of information and communication technology, including social media and mobile devices, for disaster preparedness, re

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Operations as Code: Operational Excellence with PagerDuty by Heath Newburn

PagerDuty

The push towards digital transformation and cloud-native infrastructure is massive, yet organizations also need to maintain legacy capabilities. With this pressure comes the need to manage operations with the same rigor and automation we apply to infrastructure, coding, and security. Many organizations have embraced the ideas of everything in a pipeline and all things as code.