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Resilience-as-a-Service: A Groundbreaking Approach to Security Compliance and Risk Mitigation
In today’s volatile environment, physical and operational security can no longer be treated as a checkbox exercise. As a CEO who works daily with safety and compliance challenges, I’ve seen firsthand how “business as usual” is a recipe for disaster. The reality is stark: workplace violence is climbing, regulations are tightening, and natural disasters are growing more frequent. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workplace homicides jumped nearly 9% in 2023, and violent incidents in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and education surged by 25% over the past five years. These numbers aren’t just statistics – they represent lives upended and businesses at risk.
5 Ways to Keep Employees, Customers, and Prospects Informed During Business Disruptions and Emergencies
When business disruptions or emergencies arise, clear and timely communication is crucial. Whether it's a natural disaster, cyberattack, supply chain disruption, or public health emergency, businesses must proactively keep employees, customers, and prospects informed. After 6 years of working in crisis communications in the higher education arena as a Communications Director, I have seen what a lack of communication can do.
One of the biggest fails we had was when we had an active shooter outside of one of our campuses, running around the neighborhood, but this was not a student and was not inside the school. However, we still had to put the entire building on campus in lock-down until the police could successfully hunt the armed person down.
Resilience Planning: The Key to Sustained Organizational Health and Stability
In today’s rapidly evolving world, resilience planning is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity. Whether facing cyberattacks, natural disasters, economic downturns, or supply chain failures, organizations must adopt a proactive rather than reactive approach to risk management.
Enhancing Workplace Safety: California's New Violence Prevention Guidelines and What They Mean for Employers
California has recently implemented new workplace safety and violence prevention guidelines, which is a significant move towards prioritizing employee well-being. These guidelines are aimed at creating a secure working environment and preventing incidents of violence within the workplace.