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New Book Review

Recovery Diva

This textbook provides a multitude of case studies each written by academics who are actively teaching and/or have developed curriculum in the fields of crisis, disaster, and/or emergency management with a specific focus on vulnerable populations that are the weakest links in the hazard-risk chain. Reviewer: Irmak Renda-Tanali, D.Sc.,

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SIA New Member Profile: Utility Business Media

Security Industry Association

This accredited credential is highly regarded and has been adopted by utilities across the United States. The views and opinions expressed in guest posts and/or profiles are those of the authors or sources and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Security Industry Association.

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ISO 27001 Certification Requirements & Standards

Reciprocity

Rather than implementing controls as a checkbox activity, risk-driven organizations proactively choose controls that best mitigate their risks. If you choose certification, be sure that the certification body is appropriately certified by a recognized national accrediting organization and the International Accreditation Forum member.

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7 mistakes that ISO 27001 auditors make

IT Governance BC

However, there may still be room to improve your practices, and it might even be the case that your activities aren’t necessary. Auditors sometimes try to stamp their authority by pointing out areas of non-compliance as soon as possible. They feel obliged to find errors. Why is this bad?

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Staying Prepared for an Approaching Storm

Disaster Recovery

Response measures are effective when activated and executed promptly and without delay. Have accredited animal authorities inspect the premises for stray animals, venomous snakes and so on. Those with families have the added responsibility of safeguarding their spouses and children as well as kith and kin. for safety hazards.

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SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: Key Differences Between the Standards

Reciprocity

Using ISO 27001 ISMS as the foundation for your security management means that you are already performing many of the activities necessary for a successful SOC 2 audit under the SSAE 18 attestations. This requires you to monitor your vendors’ activities continuously. What ISO 27001 Says about Vendor Management.

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Record Abandonment -Identify RIM Provider Alternatives?

Prism International

Knowing and understanding State regulatory and accrediting body standards is a key element to a RIM provider’s action plan and best business practices. State, regulatory and accrediting body standards ensure that professionals accept responsibility for maintaining and safeguarding patient/client records.