Webinar: Pandemic Advisory Panel —
Risk Management, April 10
Experts in risk management, mitigation, and communication will explore aspects of managing the risk of pandemic on business in this panel discussion. Sponsored by 3n. Click HERE>>


The Top 10 Trends for the Year Ahead What are they? You tell us! You be the expert. What are the important issues impacting business continuity, emergency management and homeland security? Take a moment to share your insights with us. Click HERE>> for more information.



Converged Networks Deliver the Best Security, Execs Say
A majority of executives think a converged voice and data network is the best line of defense against unwanted attacks. Are they right? Click HERE>>

Pandemic Could Cripple Nation’s Economy, Report Says
The nation’s GDP could take a $683 billion hit in the event of a deadly flu outbreak, according to a new study. Are employers prepared for that possibility? Click HERE>>

Firefighting Increases Risk of Death from Heart Disease, Study Says
A new study says US firefighters are 100 times more likely to die of heart attack while fighting fire than when performing non-emergency duties. Who saves the first responders? Click HERE>>

DHS Not Preparing for Disaster
A retired military officer has told Congress the DHS is not fully prepared for the 15 disasters most likely to strike the country. Is he right? Click HERE>>

Emergency Response Staff Face Verbal Abuse
Emergency response staff say they face so much verbal abuse, it’s enough to make them consider quitting their jobs, according to a new study. Click HERE>>

The Real Cost of Data Breaches
With all the data breaches in the news, it’s no surprise experts have tried to estimate the costs associated with them. How much do data breaches really cost the bottom line? Click HERE>>

SERVPRO's professional services network of more than 1,300 individually owned and operated franchises, providing 48 states with fire and water cleanup and restoration services, responds to property damage affecting businesses and homes. Click HERE>>
NorE First Response is a manufacturer of mass decontamination equipment - providing turnkey service from supply to training. Product includes isolation/ quarantine; mass casualty cache; and multi-disciplinary decontamination/ response units. Click HERE>>

World Conf. on Disaster Mgmt. July 8 - 11. Toronto, ON Canada. Exchange ideas with colleagues in other Disaster Management disciplines.  This is your chance to participate in a knowledge exchange unlike any other event of its kind. Click HERE>>


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“Designing a Business Continuity Training Program to Maximize Value & Minimize Cost”
Cleveland, OH — Avalution Consulting announces the release of their latest white paper. Management cannot rely on a BC program if employees are unaware of their role in the response and recovery effort. A properly designed training and awareness program can bridge this gap in a cost effective and efficient manner. Don’t miss your chance to find out how! http://www.avalution.com/default.aspx?aid=42

GovSec, U.S. Law & Ready!
Washington, DC — May 9-10 — This is an extraordinary two-day event that brings today’s multi-dimensional homeland security communities together. You’ll find an unrivaled forum where government security, law enforcement and emergency management/response organizations connect with the private industry to learn, network and find the solutions needed to protect our nation’s citizens and critical assets. http://www.govsecinfo.com/

BCPWHO Partners with Amcom for Emergency Notification
Boston, MA — The Business Continuity Planning Workgroup for Healthcare Organizations (BCPWHO) recently completed the implementation of Amcom e.Notify as their standard notification system. BCPWHO will use the software system as a notification source to issue urgent communications to its members - emergency managers and business continuity planners in healthcare. http://www.amcomsoft.com/news.cfm?storyID=5

Emergency Planning & Call Handling Workshop
UK — London, Birmingham and Manchester. If your organisation needs people trained to effectively respond when the media, the public and members of the essential services contact you in cases of emergency, then this workshop is ideal, especially if you or any of your colleagues ever have to deal with those people down-the-line or out-and-about in a crisis. This is a cost effective and practical way to learn or brush up on the skills required. http://www.acmtraining.co.uk/

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