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Disasters Drive Global Anxiety
From 1980-2000, approximately 75% of all disaster-related costs were attributed to billion-dollar disasters. By 2022, the percentage of disaster-related costs due to billion-dollar disasters had further risen to approximately 85%. Consider the following key statistics...
Earthquake Hits Western Afghanistan
2023 worst year on record for billion-dollar disasters (NOAA) On October 7, 2023, a significant earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck western Afghanistan, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. The German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) reported...
The Thrilling Ups and Downs of CSRD
The Thrilling Ups and Downs of CSRD (OK, now that we've got your attention...] As many of you know, in 2023 the European Commission enacted the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to replace the existing Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD), aiming...
Record-Setting Disasters
6 Reasons why record-setting disasters are happening now 2023 is not over, but with 23 climate catastrophes and weather events as of the end of August, the U.S. has already broken 2020’s record of 22 according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration...
Disasters and Household Pets
Disasters Overshadow the Safety of Household Pets While watching the recovery of the historic Maui town of Lahaina after the tragic fires of August 8th, 2023, we know this is the worst natural disaster in Hawaii’s history. But there’s more than the loss of human life,...
ESG Due Diligence Concerns
We were inspired to discuss ESG-driven due diligence failures on mergers & acquisitions based on Mark Segal’s August 7th article in ESG Today, Over Half of M&A Dealmakers Have Cancelled Deals on ESG Due Diligence Findings: KPMG Survey, (thank you for...
10 Key AI Global Influences
10 Key AI Global Influences on Business Operations (and Safety) The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into business operations has become increasingly essential in today's technologically driven world. However, rushing into AI implementation without proper...
Hospitality Active Assailant Incidents
Why the Hospitality Industry Struggles with Active Assailant Incidents Steve Harrison, Contributing Author July 11, 2023 When a first responder arrives at the scene of an active shooter, significant casualties and damage have already occurred. Hotel lobbies,...
US Mass Shootings
More than 300 Mass Shootings in U.S. at 2023’s Halfway Point June 27, 2023 By Steve Harrison and ReadyGlobal On a day meant to celebrate academic achievements and new beginnings, tragedy struck when a high school graduation ceremony at Richmond's Monroe Park turned...
ML is Business Resiliency’s Future
Risk-based machine learning models can play a crucial role in enhancing operational resilience by providing real-time insights, identifying potential risks, and enabling proactive decision-making. Machine learning is a field of artificial intelligence (AI) that...
ESG Reporting and Disclosure
ESG Reporting and Disclosure Requirements Drive Transparency and Accountability in Global Sustainability and Resilience June 1, 2023 Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) influences the corporate framework that assesses the sustainability and societal...
Why Resilience is Mandatory
12 Key Reasons Why Resilience is Mandatory to Thrive in Today's Business World Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), more than ever before, are essential for maintaining business relationships during times of disruption or crisis. BCPs are proactive strategies and...
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