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Access Email, Files & Business Apps from Anywhere Keep employees working from home, hotel, alternate recovery site - from any Web browser. Whale's SSL VPN provides remote access to email, files, portals, & critical applications while adhering to the strictest security standards. Click HERE>> for white paper.


Boeing's Computing Disaster Preparedness Group has realized that aggressive pursuit of seismic mitigation to protect computing assets provides significant returns on investment even in moderate earthquakes. Boeing’s White Paper by author Douglas Marsh tells us more... Click HERE>>






Sarbanes-Oxley Reforms Are Working, Study Says
Critics who say corporate reform laws and regulations like the SOA are too costly and intrusive might be surprised by a new study which says the reforms are working. Click HERE>>

 Security a Big Seller Since 9/11
Since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the business of homeland security is booming and it seems everyone wants a slice of the pie. But is the industry about to slow down? Click HERE>>

Incompatible Radios Hinder California Emergency Response
California counties and cities still use different radios, airwaves and coded languages to respond to emergencies. Is this failure to coordinate putting Californians at risk? Click HERE>>
Wall Street Outlines Security Measures for Congress
As government fears an al-Qaeda attack on the U.S. economy, Wall Street details its painstaking efforts to create physical and cyber security for the financial trading systems. Click HERE>>

Tech Industry Needs a More Unified Defense
An article suggests that by failing to work together, the tech industry is failing to protect us from “cyber criminals.” Can tech companies do more to beef up Internet security? Click HERE>>

Florida County Talks Preparedness in Face of Hurricanes
As Floridians face a hurricane season that is undoubtedly like no other in recent years, one county is asking itself, how can we be better prepared? The answer might surprise you. Click HERE>>

  

CALLING FOR ARTICLES... Want to submit an article for consideration? We are accepting proposals, in 6 content categories, for the annual GUIDE, the weekly Continuity e-GUIDE and the Online GUIDE. Let us hear from you! Click HERE>>
PLYLOX™ Commercial Hurricane Window Clips NEW! PLYLOX™ window clips are the inexpensive and non-destructive way to protect your windows from high winds and airborne debris. Installed in seconds, the clips require no drilling. Click HERE>>


Register now for CPM 2004 EAST, the premier training event for business continuity, security and emergency management, Nov. 8-10 in Washington, DC. Early bird pricing valid through Friday, Sept. 24! Click HERE>>

  
 


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“Share the Wealth”…Industry Organizations Update Click HERE>>
 
A Practical Guide for Crisis Response In Our Schools: Fifth Edition
School crisis response can no longer be delegated solely to members of a School Crisis Response Team. Crisis management is the responsibility of all educators. This publication provides a structure and process for effectively managing the wide spectrum of school-based crises. It is an invaluable resource in preparation for, and during, actual crisis situations and continues to serve as a meaningful standard for our nation's schools. For more information and to download free crisis management documents: www.crisisinfo.org/schoolcrisisresponse/

Plan to Keep Operating in the Face of Terrorism and Other Threats: Organizational and BC
Inexpensive, short, 2 unit university course to reduce risk and uncertainty in your organization and enhance your career. Includes practical work that inspires confidence as a take-home benefit. Near San Francisco, this semester is taught at the Marin Office of Emergency Services. Operational and Business continuity are keys to organizational and career survival, and this course provides both strategies and practical steps to be ready. Call or e-mail: John Laye - 925.254.1663, johnlaye@aol.com OR: Dr. Craig Zachlod - 415.884.0834, czachlod@pacbell.net

IAEM 2004 Conference: "Collaboration: The Key to Success in Emergency Management."
The IAEM Conference will be held November 5-11, 2004 at the Adams Mark Hotel in Dallas, TX. The conference will provide a forum for current trends, topics and the latest tools and technology in emergency management and homeland security, as well as advance IAEM committee work. Sessions encourage stakeholders at all levels of government, the private sector, public health and related professions to exchange ideas on collaborating to protect lives and property from disaster. For more information go to www.iaem.com





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Based on the philosophy of “working together”, the weekly Continuity e-GUIDE provides a concise seven-day snapshot of the business continuity and emergency management industry from around the world right down to the local level.

The 2004/2005 DISASTER RESOURCE GUIDE (9th annual Edition) has been published and is now available. Visit the Online GUIDE to sign up for a free copy. You can sign up today. Click HERE>>