It seems as if almost every day, new issues emerge to test the plans and preparedness of business continuity professionals across the world. New, perpetually evolving technology, worldwide pandemics, and a global economy all present new risks and it’s up to BC pros to prepare for them. This can be
Enterprise Risk Management
What to Do When Winter Threatens Your Business
Winter brings many diverse threats to businesses, in all environments. From freezing temperatures to road closure to risk of illness, most businesses face challenges related to the winter season. Business continuity during these times relies heavily on proper preparation and effective communications. What should you be doing to prepare your business
How to Measure and Assess a Crisis Plan
Reflecting on 2018 to date, there have been too many crises and risk episodes to recount them all here. Just a few that we’ve witnessed include episodes of workplace and school violence that ignited global media attention, phishing scams, senior executives fired from notable companies, and a false alarm missile
Why Every Organization Needs a Resilience Officer
Does the ultimate business continuity professional exist? One that has all the requisite skills and knowledge to make up a 360-degree resilience officer. It’s not an easy question to answer. And according to one of the most prominent and experienced international continuity and resiliency professionals the answer is no. Gianna Detoni,
Ensuring Business Continuity When Disaster Strikes
By Leona Harrison, Specialty Fuel Services: Most disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods usually occur when you least expect them. But whichever way, it’s a real issue when disaster brings your business to a complete stop. Malicious acts, forces of nature or even minor mistakes can have a lasting effect
ACP/NY Metro Chapter Announces October Session Speaker
The New York City Metro ACP Chapter has announced that Arash Azedegan, PhD, will discuss “The Role of Leadership During Supply Chain Disruptions” at its next chapter session. The meeting will take place on Thursday, October 18 at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Group, located at 300 Vesey Street, New
Comprehensive BC/DR Educational Event Less Than Two Weeks Away
The Continuity Insights New York Conference features a host of the industry’s most experienced practitioners, subject matter experts, and thought leaders for an unparalleled networking and education event. There’s still time to register for this year’s event, being presented in partnership with the Contingency Planning Exchange (CPE), on October 22,
The Violence Prevention Formula – Part 1: Awareness Training
New Thinking, New Tips, New Advice
Vendor presentations offer plenty of opportunities for networking, learning about new trends and technologies, and being exposed to case studies that present new thinking, advice on how to tackle the latest challenges facing BC professionals, and tips you can apply when you get back to the office. The 2018 Continuity Insights
