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The Essential Guide to Solar Eclipse Security Measures

As the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse approaches, excitement is building among astronomy enthusiasts and the public alike. This celestial event, where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, temporarily obscuring the sun from view, offers a rare opportunity for observers. However, it’s crucial to prioritize safety to ensure that this awe-inspiring event can be enjoyed without risk to eyesight or security. Here are essential security measures every business and person should take while watching the eclipse.

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Meeting Planners Need to Take Cybersecurity Seriously

While physical security is essential at meetings, events, and conventions, cybersecurity is equally as necessary, and it isn’t the responsibility of the hotel, IT, or AV company. The burden is on you and you alone. Why? Hackers are constantly looking for easy-to-crack networks where data is plentiful. These bad actors have one or more agenda …

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Trucking Terrorism in Nice France 2016

How Organizations Can Address the Rise in Trucking Terrorism

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) warns the US trucking industry to be vigilant to protect themselves against the escalation of ramming attacks. Trucks are now terrorists’ number one weapon. They are readily available and, in some cases, easy to obtain. Used in France and Germany in 2016 as ramming tools, trucks are also the perfect …

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Social Media Security Tips

Always think about safety and security FIRST! The use of social media is like letting someone into your personal and professional “house”. It needs vigilant safeguarding and protection. Think carefully about: Who would you let into your house? When would you let them into your house? How would you secure your house? Would you let …

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COVID-19 + Professional Security Guards = Calmer Patrons

Over the last few weeks and as long as shelter-in-place is in effect, tensions and emotions can run high at grocery stores, banks, and pharmacies. With a limited number of people allowed into stores, patrons may have to wait outside in the cold, blustery weather. Banks no longer have lobby hours, and you must make …

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