Brad Thor Pushes Beyond His Comfort Zone in Latest Thriller – Rising Tiger
With 15 million books in print, Brad Thor has to be doing something right. His Scot Harvath series has evolved to encompass 22 thrillers — each with a mind-bending plot that can be read as a stand-alone novel or for those avid fans who have followed along from the very beginning in The Days of…
Read MoreLeading Corporate Security During Volatile Times
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Read MoreA Connected Approach to Integrated Research
Corporate security teams need to quickly uncover important information about potential threats for more complete investigations and actionable insights. Whether about people, businesses, assets, locations, vehicles, or relationships, having the right connected data sources to surface relevant information is critical to making informed decisions. But to make these informed decisions, security teams must go through…
Read MorePersonal Observations on the Evolution of Protective Intelligence
“We memorized them and if they were in the crowd they were brought to everyone’s attention.” – Former U.S. Secret Service agent Jerry Blaine, The LANCER (JFK) Detail (email exchange on January 29, 2021) Author’s Note: Special thanks to Scott Stewart and Mike Parks, protective intelligence professionals who were with me in the trenches from…
Read MoreAnticipating Risk on a Global Scale from Salesforce’s Strategic Intelligence Team
In this episode In this episode, Lewis Sage-Passant, Global Strategic Intelligence Manager at Salesforce, explores how corporate intelligence teams can evolve from reactive functions into strategic business enablers. He and Fred discuss how to forecast global risks, communicate intelligence in business terms, and build trust across the enterprise. Lewis also shares insights from his academic…
Read MoreProduct Showcase: Investigative Research
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Read MoreOSINT Goes Mainstream: How Security Teams Can Use Open-Source Intelligence To Help Companies Understand Risk
This article was originally featured in Forbes The war in Ukraine may be the most documented conflict in human history. On social media, we can watch in near real time as military units prepare for battle. A few hours later, we see the aftermath. Images are being posted and recirculated by an online community of…
Read MoreHow Financial Services Can Prepare for and Mitigate Cyber-Physical Attacks Against Critical Infrastructure
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Read MorePhysical Security Teams’ Impact Is Far-Reaching
This article was originally featured on Dark Reading The responsibilities of physical security teams have expanded well beyond traditional security roles. However, these security teams all too often are seen only as a cost center instead of being recognized as risk management professionals who can help move the business forward in areas far beyond “guns,…
Read MoreCommon Myths Around Mass Shootings From Award-Winning Journalist Mark Follman
When we see headlines of worst-case scenarios — mass shootings — it’s easy to lean on poor mental health support or assume someone woke up one day and ‘just snapped.’ But as Mark Follman, National Affairs Editor for Mother Jones, shares in his conversation with Fred, there is always planning involved. Mark reveals key insights…
Read MoreManaging Risk Teams Through Multiple Crises: L.E.A.R.N While You Lead
Security and risk teams continue to be stretched thin, tasked with managing multiple priorities of work within an uncertain environment fueled by the ongoing effects of issues such as COVID-19, civil unrest and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. They are asked to stay on top of the ancillary effects of all those issues. Still, they are…
Read More6 Considerations For Legal and Compliance Teams As Physical Threats Escalate
It seems like corporations today are in a never-ending cycle of unique challenges – challenges that are being fueled by wars abroad, social justice issues and ongoing health and safety concerns. Almost everyone within the business is impacted by these issues, but certain teams responsible for managing risk pay particular attention. Those business leaders guiding…
Read MoreWhat Corporate Security Can Expect After the Uvalde and Buffalo Mass Shootings
In the past few weeks we have seen high-profile mass shootings in Buffalo, NY – at a Tops supermarket – and in Uvalde, TX – at Robb Elementary School. Although neither mass shooting occurred in a corporate workplace or against a CEO or other protectee, from decades of experience in behavioral threat assessment I know…
Read MoreWildfires: Why GSOCs Need to Monitor This Ever-Present Threat
Climate change continues to significantly influence wildfire behavior. Studies show a nearly 250% increase in fast-growing fires since 2001, and that number jumps to nearly 400% in California. A combination of drought conditions, above-average temperatures, and wind events (like the Santa Ana winds) create the ideal environment for wildfires. At Ontic we keep an ear…
Read MoreBlend In or Stand Out: Lesser-Known Security Strategies with Mónica Duperon Rodriguez
In this episode In this episode, Mónica Duperon Rodriguez shares her unexpected path from recreation center facilities manager to law enforcement officer, hostage negotiator, and now Senior Manager of Global Security and Risk Management at LinkedIn. She talks with Dr. Marisa Randazzo about how her diverse experience—from undercover narcotics work to executive protection—shaped her approach…
Read MoreSecurity Risk Management – A Complete Introduction
Creating and implementing an effective security risk management process and policy prevents operational disruptions, reduces liability, and better supports safety measures. Let’s examine how innovative companies use corporate security risk management solutions to guide their decisions and achieve mission success. The most robust security risk management program lowers risk; however, it’s impossible to eliminate all…
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