I believe that every security manager has two jobs.  Their first is to take care of the day-to-day activities that come with running their security department.  Their second is to consider and plan for the [...]

Loss of electric power to any organization can range from a minor inconvenience to challenges affecting data retention/ backup/retrieval to ultimately causing collapse of the services being provided. This is especially problematic during prolonged [...]

A thorough evacuation program can mean the difference between life and death. It is the first step to any life safety program. All occupants must know their role in an evacuation, and take it seriously. [...]

Have you ever heard someone complain, “You sound like a broken record?” Broken records can be trying, especially when they apply to severe weather. And last year, our nation and region had plenty of broken [...]

While much of DR/BC focus is on the computer and other systems upon which organizations rely, there is another asset that is often overlooked: the physical facility itself, and mitigation efforts to help it survive [...]

The January 2010 earthquake that devastated Haiti destroyed buildings of every type and unleashed chaos on the entire country. Homes, schools, markets, churches and hospitals were completely ruined. The government buildings were not spared and [...]

Every year, our planet is forced to react to any number of natural disasters. Whether it’s a Category 3 hurricane, flood damage, or this year’s oil spill, temporary shelter is a top priority when it [...]

Common Problems That Affect Insurance Funds While not all natural or man made disasters are covered by property insurance, many events trigger a response from the insurance industry. Storms, floods, tornados, earthquakes and fires typically [...]