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• Non-Member Price: $99

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Most disasters are unexpected, but with a little preparation our response to them can be quick, thoughtful, and effective. This webinar will discuss a variety of simple and easy-to-use tools that can turn a disaster into a manageable disruption.

Using an internationally accepted five-phase model for disaster planning as a framework, this session discusses how to incorporate a variety of technologies into your residence’s disaster response and security plans. The new "cloud computing" model will be explained along with some of its pros and cons. The webinar will include a review of the several free or very low cost tools available via the Internet cloud-environment, as well as a number of some of the more traditional disaster management technologies.

The session will end with a peek at a few emerging technologies that hold great promise for our industry.  Throughout, emphasis will be placed on the practical application of these offerings and the resulting benefits which include improved safety, shorter periods of disruption, and a better image for your residence and operation.

Attendee Takeaways:

• The structure and components of a disaster response plan;

• The integration of new computer, communications, and security technologies into their residence’s disaster response program;

• A comprehensive survey of many of the new "cloud computing" tools now available on a no or low cost basis;

• Recommended actions that should be taken after the webinar to improve the security and effectiveness of disaster response plans. 

Presenter:

Don Byrne, is the Managing Director of North River Solutions.
The former CEO of several companies, Don Byrne brings an executive perspective to resiliency planning. Don’s expertise includes all types of technology, dealing with operational challenges, enterprise risk management and strategic planning. Don is an Adjunct Professor at Boston University where he teaches graduate programs in corporate governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and security management.     

A sought-after speaker at conferences, Don is a national delegate to the Association of Contingency Planners and acts as their representative to the Department of Homeland Security. In this capacity he is helping to develop the national standards and practices for the United States in the area of business preparedness.

Don holds degrees in mathematics and philosophy, has a Masters in International Marketing, and has earned professional certifications in the areas of business continuity planning (CBCP) and data center operations (CDCP). He is a contributing writer for the Domestic Preparedness Journal and the NEWS website www.continuitycompliance.org.

Audience:

• Executive Directors

• Operations

• Executives/Management

• Resident Care Directors

• Anyone interested in planning effectively for disaster

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Length: 90 minutes

Originally Aired 12-8-2010

If you or someone from your organization attended this webinar, you can purchase this CD for only $29 each (members) or $49 each (non-members). This special rate is valid only for live webinars that your organization has participated in.