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Communicating Risk Metrics Effectively

BryghtPath

Effectively communicating risk metrics to organizational leaders is a nuanced challenge that encompasses several crucial facets, from navigating technical jargon and complexity to aligning metrics with business objectives, addressing data overload, providing context, and maintaining regular updates. The intricacies of risk metrics often involve elaborate details that may prove to be a communication barrier for … The post Communicating Risk Metrics Effectively appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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Managed Retreat of Communities

Recovery Diva

From HSNW, This report from the National Academy of Sciences: MANAGED RETREAT; Proactively Planning for Community Relocation Before and After Climate Disasters “Between 1980 and mid-2023, 232 billion-dollar disasters occurred in the U.S. Gulf Coast region, with the number of disasters doubling annually since 2018.

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Thinking Forward: IT Governance & Cybersecurity for 2024 & Beyond

LogisManager

Thinking Forward: IT Governance & Cybersecurity for 2024 & Beyond Last Updated: January 22, 2024 As we step into 2024, practitioners and managers of IT Governance & Cybersecurity programs are under more pressure than ever. The landscape across IT security and privacy is constantly evolving, with changes to the regulatory landscape and new cyber threats around every corner.

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Directed Energy: The Focus on Laser Weapons Intensifies

The Rand Blog

Directed energy weapons offer a more cost-efficient means of dealing with fast-proliferating threats. If the technology can be matured, such systems could tip both the military and economic calculus of modern warfare in their users' favor.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Navigating the digital frontier: A deep dive into Data Privacy Day, 2024

Acronis

This blog post will delve into the origins of Data Privacy Day, define the concept of data privacy, explore its growing importance amid escalating cyberthreats, and conclude with reflections on its broader significance in 2024.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: Best of 2023: Leading in a Crisis

Disaster Zone

Leadership is key in all situations.

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The Promise and Peril of AI in the Power Grid

The Rand Blog

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform how electricity is produced and consumed. But as with any new technology, its use comes with hidden risks and challenges that must be addressed.

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What Is Amazon Web Services (AWS)? Everything to Know About the AWS Platform

Unitrends

In today’s era, where digital transformation steers the course of business operations, the need for robust and scalable cloud solutions has never been more apparent. With organizations navigating through an increasingly complex technological landscape, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has emerged as a game changer for small and midsize businesses (SMBs), standing out as a beacon of […] The post What Is Amazon Web Services (AWS)?

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From HSToday: How Artificial Intelligence Can Reshape Homeland Security in 2024

Recovery Diva

[link] An excerpt: “AI is a valuable tool for DHS due to the incredible volume of data and information collected, stored, and shared on a daily basis. DHS can use AI to extract actionable insights from these troves of information. In turn, the DHS workforce is better equipped to make informed decisions quickly, so issues are resolved promptly.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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Good Weather Dominates

Disaster Zone

When good weather is in the news—that is news.

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Data Governance: Embrace the Boring Stuff

Advancing Analytics

Data Governance – you have heard the term a million times and not once has it driven excitement in to your heart. I’d like to spend the next few minutes changing that. Data Governance is formally defined as “… a system of decision rights and accountabilities for information-related processes, executed according to agreed-upon models which describe who can take what actions with what information, and when, under what circumstances, using what methods.

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Storage and Data Protection News for the Week of January 26; Updates from Asigra, Barracuda, Commvault & More

Solutions Review

Solutions Review Executive Editor Tim King curated this list of notable storage and data protection news for the week of January 26, 2024. 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.

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The indispensable role of MSPs in a rapidly evolving threat landscape

Acronis

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, where technology advancements are both a boon and a bane, the significance of robust cybersecurity measures cannot be overstated. Over the past 5–10 years, the cybersecurity paradigm has undergone a seismic shift, driven by technological advancements, an uptick in cyberthreats and a heightened awareness of the critical role played by managed service providers (MSPs).

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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SIA New Member Profile: Keystone Security Services

Security Industry Association

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Keystone Security Services specializes in using the latest cameras and surveillance technology to keep residential, commercial and industrial properties safe and secure. The company is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, with its central station out of New Delhi, India, a remote team based out of London, England, and affiliated offices in Dallas, Texas, and Dubai, United Arab Emirates as well.

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Plate or Bowl: A Simple Case Study in Prompt Engineering

Advancing Analytics

At Advancing Analytics, we have a question we like to ask new hires: Are you a plate or a bowl? This is just a silly icebreaker really but often leads to some interesting justifications as to people’s responses. In a chat with colleagues someone made an offhand comment about Morpheus from the Matrix offering a plate or bowl instead of the red or blue pill from the movie.

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XFS vs. Ext4: Which Linux File System Is Better?

Pure Storage

XFS vs. Ext4: Which Linux File System Is Better? by Pure Storage Blog When you design a distributed system or enterprise server, you need storage to preserve data. Storage drives a key device in your designs, but you need to partition them. When you partition a drive, you choose a file system. The file system you choose will determine performance, security, and the way the Linux operating system manages files.

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How to detect and stop ransomware attacks using endpoint protection software

Acronis

Learn how to detect and prevent ransomware attacks using endpoint protection software in this comprehensive article, which covers understanding ransomware, implementing effective protection measures, recognizing attack signs, incident response, and advanced security practices for mitigating risks.

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Brain Fog HQ: Memory Enhancement Techniques for Professional Development

Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha

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MHA Consulting Engaged by International Pioneer in Smart Transportation Technology Solutions  

MHA Consulting

MHA Consulting is pleased to announce a new partnership with a global leader in smart transportation. The organization provides tech-led solutions to address transportation challenges in more than 15 countries worldwide. MHA will begin this engagement with a platform technology impact analysis, leading us to develop resilient strategies and robust disaster recovery plans that are validated with an exercise.

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Plate or Bowl: A Simple Case Study in Prompt Refinement

Advancing Analytics

At Advancing Analytics, we have a question we like to ask new hires: Are you a plate or a bowl? This is just a silly icebreaker really but often leads to some interesting justifications as to people’s responses. In a chat with colleagues someone made an offhand comment about Morpheus from the Matrix offering a plate or bowl instead of the red or blue pill from the movie.

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Blob Storage vs. File Storage

Pure Storage

Blob Storage vs. File Storage by Pure Storage Blog Azure Blob Storage and Azure File Storage (officially called Azure Files ) are both Azure services designed for storing data in the cloud, but they serve different purposes. Blob storage is optimal for handling unstructured data, while file storage excels in managing structured data with shared access.

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The Anatomy of a cyberattack: Insights into modern security threats

Acronis

Gain valuable knowledge on the latest tactics, vulnerabilities and defense strategies to safeguard your digital fortress. Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats with expert insights and proactive measures, and protect yourself against the ever-changing danger of a cyberattack.

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Operational Integrity at FOX: Our Q&A with Tubi Media Group’s CEO by Jesse Purewal

PagerDuty

Digital transformation is (still) at the top of the executive agenda, particularly for companies in categories where business model disruption is afoot. Sustaining growth and relevance demands finding new sources of revenue, new ways of working, and new operational models. FOX Corporation is one of the world’s leading producers and distributors of original entertainment, sports, and news content.

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Some Observations On The Baroness Mone of Mayfair OBE’s Crisis Management

Plan B Consulting

In this week’s bulletin, Charlie discusses the controversy surrounding Michelle Mone and her husband Douglas Barrowman, and provides some advice around how we can improve our crisis management. I was listening to the news on the radio this morning, and they were talking about the recent revelations about the tax schemes which Michelle Mone’s husband, Douglas Barrowman, is alleged to be involved in.

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20 Significant Workplace Violence Incidents from 2023

BryghtPath

Few things are as frightening in the work environment as an incident involving workplace violence. Incidents ranging from disgruntled employees to armed robberies to fatal incidents can have long-lasting impacts on employees, customers, and your organization’s reputation. At Bryghtpath, we’re often asked to give examples of recent notable workplace violence incidents as a part of … The post 20 Significant Workplace Violence Incidents from 2023 appeared first on Bryghtpath.

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Enterprise Risk Management Framework: A Guide to Growing Past Threats

Alert Media

With an enterprise risk management framework, a business has a comprehensive but flexible guide to navigating any threats they face.

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Assessing the Value of Publicly Funded Earth Observation Programmes in the United Kingdom

The Rand Blog

Satellite-based earth observation (EO) technologies play a critical role across the world, from monitoring climate change to assessing the situation during crises such as extreme weather events. As the United Kingdom to invests in space technology and participates in international agreements, effectively demonstrating the value of these investments remains a top priority.

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The Culture Shifts That Will Increase Employee Retention & Profitability

Business Resilience Decoded

Episode 167: The Culture Shifts That Will Increase Employee Retention & Profitability Today we are joined by Vanessa’s friend, coach, and mentor: Ron Harvey , the VP and chief operating officer of Global Core Strategies & Consulting. Harvey and his team work with leaders to develop strong work cultures within their organizations, build diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and retain top talent.

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BCM Basics: Business Continuity vs. Business Resilience 

MHA Consulting

This post is part of BCM Basics, a series of occasional, entry-level blogs on some of the key concepts in business continuity management. The terms business continuity and business resilience are superficially similar and a world apart. A comparison between them provides a window into fifty years of change in business, globalization, technology, the threat landscape, and customer expectations.

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Frequently Asked Question: How Much Bandwidth Do I Need for Replication?

Zerto

I have been working on replication and disaster recovery solutions for over 20 years, and this has been a common question throughout. One of my colleagues used to reply with another question: “How long is a piece of string?”. The truth is that you can only know by measuring it. I once created a handy table showing data set sizes and daily rates of data change and, from that table, calculated a relevant size of bandwidth needed.

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APAC Retrospective: Learnings from a Year of Tech Outages, Restore: Repair vs Root Cause by David Ridge

PagerDuty

As our exploration of 2023 continues from the third-part of our blog series, Dismantling Knowledge Silos , one undeniable fact persists: Incidents are an unavoidable reality for organisations, irrespective of their industry or size. Recent APAC trends show that regulatory bodies are cracking down harder on large corporations for poor service delivery, imposing harsh penalties as a result of the negative consequences.

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