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Increase Community Resilience for Extreme Cold Emergencies

CCEM Strategies

It can result in power outages, transportation disruptions, and, most critically, could pose serious health risks to people. Anticipate Compounding Impacts on Critical Infrastructure: Cold weather can disrupt power grids, transportation, communication networks, and other critical infrastructure, which causes compounding impacts.

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Telecom Networks Are Challenged by Ransomware AttacksĀ 

Pure Storage

These devices are often not under the control of the telecom carrier, yet the devices use their networks for data transport. The internet of things is constantly adding more and more autonomous devices that have no human users and are often left unattended and potentially vulnerable.

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SIA New Member Profile: Infinite Electronics

Security Industry Association

The company has established a diversified international customer base in industrial, military/aerospace, transportation, commercial, medical and telecommunications industries.

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Is Your Community Prepared for the Wildfire Season?

CCEM Strategies

Neighbouring communities Critical infrastructure (telecommunications, utilities, transportation) Non-government organizations and community groups And more Remain Vigilant by Monitoring Hazards and Risks Wildfires are dynamic events that can change rapidly, without warning.

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IntelligentSIA: 12 Ways to Get Involved With SIA This Month

Security Industry Association

Hear from experts at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers, the Transportation Security Administration and more; learn more and register here. ISC East 2021 is coming up Nov. Join us to enjoy complimentary breakfast and get tips and insights on how to present like a pro.

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Illumination for Safety, Securityā€¦and Crop Growth: How the Right Lighting Systems Can Serve Multiple Purposes in Agriculture

Security Industry Association

When most people think of ā€œcritical infrastructure facilities,ā€ transportation, telecommunications and municipal utilities usually come to mind first. Potential vulnerabilities in the United Statesā€™ critical infrastructure have come under increasing scrutiny in the two decades since 9/11.

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Writing Incident Scenarios: An Operational Resilience Trend Returns

Plan B Consulting

These could include plans for flooding, fires, tornadoes, disrupted transport links, and even an incident at a nearby nuclear plant. An example is listed below: Planning Scenario ā€“ Terrorism Type of attack: Terrorist attack involving one or more terrorists randomly attacking people on the street or at transport hubs.