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Changing Cultures, Changing Security at FM Global

National crises like 9/11 and the Virginia Tech shootings compelled Whit Chaiyabhat into a career of public service and risk management advocacy.

Diane Ritchey

December 1, 2018

One of the most rewarding parts of my job, as Editor of Security magazine, is the opportunity to speak with our readers. I recently had the pleasure to speak with Whit Chaiyabhat, staff vice president, crisis manager, for FM Global, one of the world’s largest commercial and industrial property insurers.

Career Survival: Mergers & Acquisitions

When the rug gets pulled out from under you, do you have a plan to keep your security leadership career on track?

Jerry J. Brennan

November 30, 2018

The year 2018 is coming to a close, and that means many of you may soon consider a move from one employer to another. The question is whether it will be a voluntary change or a shift due to circumstances beyond your control.

How the G20 Summit Might Affect Security Technology

November 29, 2018

The G20 summit is coming to Argentina on Friday, and this could mean big news for the security industry, as President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are expected to meet regarding the ongoing trade war between the two countries.

DHS Releases Mass Notification Recommendations

November 27, 2018

After the mistaken missile alert in Hawaii earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general is recommending changes to the nation’s emergency alert system.

Non-Billable Overtime: Mitigating Risk and Maximizing Security Officer Efficiency

Tim Lozier

November 21, 2018

Over 85% of client agreements do not allow for the payment of overtime, and any overtime incurred by guards is considered non-billable overtime (NBOT). Given today’s labor shortage and labor laws, the NBOT rate has increased by over 35%. And with a remote workforce, it is a constant challenge to get real-time data on your staff.

Our Executive is Missing: Kidnap and Ransom Basics for Security Professionals, Part 3

This is the third of a three-part series to help enterprise protective professionals understand how K&R can be successfully resolved.

Steve Romano

Frank Figliuzzi

November 14, 2018

It may happen when you are least able to prevent it – when your executive or his family are alone and most vulnerable.

How to Set Fire to All Your Servers

Compromised data is detrimental, no matter how it's compromised… including by a physical intruder.

Carrie Lowther

November 12, 2018

Data security isn’t just a software issue. It’s far more physical than you think. While the discussions around cybersecurity awareness are primarily centered around workforce awareness, firewalls, passwords and mysterious black boxes, it’s important to note that a staggering amount of security breaches don’t involve logins, passwords or code at all. They involve people, hardware and a deafening lack of preparedness. In the age of all things cyber, are we dropping the ball when it comes to the physical threat?

Michael W. Wanik: Security is a Journey

November 8, 2018

“Every once in a while I need to remind myself that security is a journey,” says Michael W. Wanik, CPP, CBCP, who is Senior Director, Corporate Security for United Therapeutics Corporation.

Gordon MacDonald: Overseeing a Medium-Sized City

Diane Ritchey

November 8, 2018

“The most difficult part of the job is prioritizing given the number of incidents that could occur,” says Gordon MacDonald, Senior Director, Corporate Security for Wells Fargo.

Ryan King: All Roads Lead to the Hospital

Diane Ritchey

November 7, 2018

“I take a lot of lessons from the community policing model, which is policing through customer service,” says Ryan King, Manager of Safety, Security and Emergency Management for Central Florida Health (CFH).