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IFSEC returns to NEC

01 March 2010

IFSEC returns to NEC

IFSEC, the world's largest annual security event, returns from 10-13 May 2010 to the NEC Birmingham.

 

 

Borderpol calls for internationally shared watch list

01 February 2010

Borderpol calls for internationally shared watch list

Borderpol slams politicians and government officials: 'Eight years after 9/11 we have not even begun discussions on an internationally shared watch list which could be available to embassy staff, immigration officials, border police and airport security staff involved in implementing travel, aviation and border security.'

 

 

Why local authorities are encouraged to bury their heads underground

31 January 2010

Why local authorities are encouraged to bury their heads underground

If local authorities want to avoid the pain and cost of yet another flood disaster, they'd better be sure they've got their drainage infrastructure mapped, says Rod Beardshall, Engineering Director at Exor

 

 

Preparing for cyber warfare – the need for battle-hardened systems

31 January 2010

Preparing for cyber warfare – the need for battle-hardened systems

A well quarantined IT citadel is the surest defence against direct cyber attacks according to Daryl Cornelius, Director Enterprise EMEA at Spirent Communications plc, but you cannot expect everyone to remain inside 24/7

 

 

Modern unmanned systems make their mark

31 January 2010

Modern unmanned systems make their mark

Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are gaining popularity because of their versatility, persistence, and the minimized risk to operators involved in tactical military missions and civil operations

 

 

Crisis response: seeing the big picture

25 January 2010

Crisis response: seeing the big picture

Geographic Information Systems are playing an increasingly vital role in helping organisations both plan for, and act decisively at the moment of crisis, says Keith Wishart, Government Strategist for ESRI (UK)

 

 

Tackling the flood threat

25 January 2010

Tackling the flood threat

The Association of British Insurers' Justin Jacobs says no further proof is needed that flood management must be a priority for the UK. He identifies gaps in the government's proposed legislation to safeguard communities and the economy from the devastating impact of the more severe and frequent floods that the country can expect

 

 

Doubts persist following appointment of US Cyber-Czar

25 January 2010

Doubts persist following appointment of US Cyber-Czar

CT Review's Jonathan Rush reports that doubts are surfacing regarding the perceived mismatch between the wide responsibilities and real authority of the new US cybersecurity coordinator. Meanwhile, the UK is on course with its own cyber security strategy

 

 

Is corporate espionage undermining your business?

25 January 2010

Is corporate espionage undermining your business?

Pentura's Giri Sivanesan warns that with the emergence of global markets and global competition, espionage has evolved and taken on a new meaning. Businesses are now the target of espionage, carried out by businesses or states or state-sponsored businesses

 

 

Vaccinating against disasters

06 December 2009

Vaccinating against disasters

Why the start of the cold and flu season should motivate IT Security Officers to review their Disaster Recovery and remote access plans

 

 

Nuclear Directorate becoming autonomous?

06 December 2009

Nuclear Directorate becoming autonomous?

Now is a time of considerable change for HSE's Nuclear Directorate (ND), both in terms of structure and culture. The government has recently consulted on proposals to move ND into a more autonomous public body

 

 

Brussels hospitals centralise alerts

06 December 2009

Brussels hospitals centralise alerts

HIS-IZZ Hospitals is a network of four hospitals based in Brussels. The hospitals are pioneers in the use of technology to support the provision of state-of-the-art patient care

 

 

Outsourcing for all - removing IT from the fear of threat

06 December 2009

Outsourcing for all - removing IT from the fear of threat

A company's IT infrastructure is an absolutely vital component of any business' DNA and contingency plans must be in place to recover from a catastrophic failure. As threats from physical, digital and human attack have increased, the attraction of outsourcing IT Infrastructure has become more compelling

 

 

Is shutting down cyber jihad possible?

06 December 2009

Is shutting down cyber jihad possible?

Does closing down terrorist jihadist websites actually achieve anything? Won't another one just simply spring up elsewhere on the Internet immediately afterwards? A new report from Washington-based terrorist monitoring organisation, Memri, seems to suggest otherwise

 

 

International Disaster and Risk Conference, IDRC Davos 2010

29 November 2009

International Disaster and Risk Conference, IDRC Davos 2010

From 30th May to 3rd June 2010, the International Disaster and Risk Conference, IDRC Davos 2010, will be held again in Davos, Switzerland.

 

 

15 minutes of fame: the Olympian efforts behind showcasing London 2012

26 November 2009

15 minutes of fame: the Olympian efforts behind showcasing London 2012

Making sure four billion viewers around the world can watch London's Olympics on their TV screens

 

 

Mobile satellite communications in a crisis

27 October 2009

Mobile satellite communications in a crisis

Vizada's Eric Jan Bakker explains how mobile satellite services have evolved significantly over the past ten years, and now it is possible to access broadband internet in remote locations and enjoy levels of service previously only available with terrestrial communications

 

 

Manchester's community-based policing programme

27 October 2009

Manchester

Improved communication with communities is essential if Police Forces are to close the gap between perceived and actual levels of crime, a key challenge also identified in a recent Home Office crime report

 

 

Saudi assassination attempt rattles airline security experts

26 October 2009

Saudi assassination attempt rattles airline security experts

Leading air travel security expert, Chris Yates,says the attempted assassination during August of Prince Mohammed Bin Nayef, the Saudi Deputy Interior Minister, has sent shock waves throughout the counter-terrorism community globally

 

 

Courting Disaster

26 October 2009

Courting Disaster

Tony Brown, Technical Director of PhillipsTaylorBrown, highlights seven common misconceptions that should raise serious questions for any organisation that wants to achieve a robust and relevant disaster recovery strategy

 

 


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