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School Security & Active Shooter Interdiction: A Q&A With Vince Riden

Security Industry Association

It’s important to promote a safe learning environment for every student and protect the teachers, staff and visitors in our schools, and SIA appreciates the many talented security professionals who are working diligently each day to enhance the safety and security of our schools and mitigate active shooter threats.

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Transportation Worker Identity Credential: Reviving the Qualified Technology List With Simple Self-Certification Approval Process

Security Industry Association

Qualified Technology Listing Process and Purpose TWIC readers and supporting systems are currently being evaluated and, if approved, are listed on a TWIC Self-Certification Qualified Technology List (TWIC SC QTL) that is made available to maritime facilities, vessel operators and the general public by the TSA.

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Evaluating the Global Risk Landscape and Creating Actionable Responses

everbridge

With the absence of red lines and a sharp rise in technological capabilities, the opportunities of a cyberattack have begun to outweigh the cost, creating a spiral of escalating events. In cyber, technology is everything. The presence of online terrorist activity and recruitment has grown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Crisis Management Explained: A Comprehensive Guide

Bernstein Crisis Management

Key activities in this stage include: Risk analysis: Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the organization’s operations to identify potential threats and assess their probability and potential impact. The Importance of Crisis Management Even the best-managed businesses can be hit by a crisis caused by external or internal events.

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Security Industry Association and International Biometrics + Identity Association Oppose Adding Extraneous Prohibitions on TSA Use of Facial Biometrics in Potential FAA Measure

Security Industry Association

. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) and the International Biometrics + Identity Association (IBIA) have urged Congress to oppose inclusion in the FAA Reauthorization measure of an extraneous provision seeking to prohibit the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from using facial recognition technology. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.)

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The Future of Business Continuity: Innovations and Emerging Technologies

Erwood Group

The Future of Business Continuity The Future of Business Continuity: Innovations and Emerging Technologies In an era of rapid technological advancement, the landscape of business continuity is evolving, embracing innovations and emerging technologies to enhance resilience.

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Amplifying School Security With Gunshot Detection Systems

Security Industry Association

Solutions Can Speed Response to the Threat Rich Onofrio is the chief technology officer for Shooter Detection Systems. Preventive measures should be priorities, including security practices and technologies, and resources should be provided to help students and staff deal with mental health and anger issues before they escalate.