Articles Tagged with ''public private partnerships''

Manufacturing cybersecurity public private partnership

UTSA works to improve cybersecurity across manufacturing

December 7, 2020

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) launched the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII), a $111 million public-private partnership. Led by UTSA, the university will enter into a five-year cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to lead a consortium of 59 proposed member institutions in introducing a cybersecure energy-ROI that drives American manufacturers and supply chains to further adopt secure, energy-efficient approaches, ultimately securing and sustaining the nation's leadership in global manufacturing competitiveness.

The new age of safety and security

Mimi Lanfranchi

Charles Bohnenberger

September 25, 2020

Now more than ever, government policy makers need to focus resources; allowing law enforcement to focus on the core duties and responsibilities of law enforcement officers. And industries like ours, need to be creative in developing solutions to support them in this effort. The physical security industry supports law enforcement and when private security works in partnership with law enforcement, police officers have more time to focus on preventing and solving crimes.

Maritime and port security agencies join forces to advance maritime security resilience

July 29, 2020

Multiple maritime and port security agencies announced a collaborative initiative, the “Maritime Security Resilience Alliance” that has unified advancing global Maritime security resilience (physical, cyber, cognitive – disinformation and misinformation) by accelerating information sharing, coordinated response and adoption of best practices supported by education.

The Los Angeles Airport police have a full-time emergency services unit armed with rifles and a tactical team that provides protection in those areas along with patrol officers

Addressing Terrorism and Crime in Your City: Why the Public and Private Sectors Need to Work Together

Giovanni Gaccione

May 26, 2020

All too often, business leaders, city planners, fire departments, and law enforcement focus on their mandates to the exclusion of others. Unfortunately, this approach can lead to a breakdown in communication and missed opportunities. In the worst cases, it can create a lapse in security that could make their city and its citizens vulnerable to criminal activity and terrorist attacks. But, by eliminating these silos and fostering strong communication, stakeholders can share information that allows them to quickly address evolving situations.

Former National Security Agency Director to Lead Cyber Florida at USF

February 14, 2020

The University of South Florida announced the appointment of J. Michael (Mike) McConnell, retired U.S. Navy vice admiral and former director of the National Security Agency (NSA), as executive director of Cyber Florida.

Can Civilians Stop the Bleed?

The work to empower civilians to act as immediate first responders continues.

Maria Henriquez

February 7, 2020

Can civilians be trained to Stop the Bleed and effectively assist victims prior to the arrival of first responders?

Eric Clay: Addressing Healthcare Security Challenges

How does Eric Clay, System Director of Public Safety for CoxHealth, address common healthcare security challenges, and what initiatives has he taken to improve the safety of staff and patients?

Maria Henriquez

January 3, 2020

Providing a safe and secure environment where clinical staff can focus on administering excellent patient care requires the CoxHealth Public Safety team to address all challenges head-on. How does Eric Clay, System Director of Public Safety, provide a safe and secure environment?

How to Close Cybersecurity's Widening Workforce Gap

How are public-private partnerships helping solve the cybersecurity skills gap?

Aidan McCauley

December 6, 2019

To remedy the cybersecurity skills gap and fight data breaches, enterprises across the world are looking overseas. How can public-private partnerships help resolve the industry-wide issue?

Bernard Robinson: A Passion for Mentoring

Sarah Ludwig Rausch

November 7, 2019

Armed with a background in both military and law enforcement experience, Bernard Robinson weaved his way through a variety of roles, including homicide, SWAT, sex crimes and special ops, before a colleague told him he’d be a great leader in the hospitality sector.

Eileen Behr: Serving University Students

Sarah Ludwig Rausch

November 4, 2019

Beginning her career as a municipal police department dispatcher, Eileen Behr worked her way through various divisions and assignments over the course of 32 years – including accident and traffic, tactical negotiator, juvenile, investigations and emergency management coordinator – to eventually become the first female police chief in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. After the sudden death of the Montgomery County sheriff in 2011, Behr was appointed sheriff.

Domestic violence remains a complex driver of workplace violence, creating high-risk scenarios that require coordination across departments without clear ownership. Learn how threat management teams can manage domestic violence referrals from the start.

OSHA fines grab headlines, but most compliance issues start with everyday operational gaps: missed protocols, unsecured areas, or slow response. Learn how emerging technologies & AI can be leveraged towards a more proactive model of compliance.