How to Maximize the Value of School Safety Funding Available from Federal and State Sources6 min read
In recent years, federal and state agencies have allocated significant funds to combat the rising threat of violence and enhance emergency preparedness in K-12 schools nationwide. On the federal side, for example, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) of 2022 appropriated $300 million over five years for the Bureau of Justice Assistance’s STOP School Violence […]
Navigating Safety Concerns Created by Reduced Office Occupancy Rates5 min read
Many facets of life have returned to the pre-COVID-19-pandemic “normal.” For example, most people are no longer afraid to dine in a packed restaurant or to go shopping without a mask. But in at least one important aspect, the effects of the pandemic are still with us and continue to impact large and small businesses […]
Drew Neckar of Security Advisors Consulting Group Joins COSECURE1 min read
We are excited to announce that Drew Neckar of Security Advisors Consulting Group (SACG), a leading safety and security consulting firm, has joined COSECURE Enterprise Risk Solutions. Mr. Neckar, the founder of SACG, expressed his excitement at officially joining our team. “For many years, I have had the opportunity to work with the team at COSECURE, […]
Cyber Tabletop Exercises: An Essential Tool for Keeping C-Suite Executives Informed of New Developments in Cybersecurity7 min read
The new cybersecurity disclosure rules from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) train a spotlight on the growing material impact of cyberthreats and cybersecurity on companies and investors. Generally, the rules require public companies to promptly disclose material cybersecurity breaches and to provide annual disclosures regarding the company’s cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and governance. Under the […]
Managers and Directors Must Stay Current on Developments in Cyberthreats and Cybersecurity5 min read
Recently the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) created new cybersecurity disclosure rules for public companies. Among other things, the rules require public companies to disclose in their Forms 10-K “management’s role in assessing and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats” and “the board of directors’ oversight of cybersecurity risks.” Thus, the rules emphasize the […]
SEC Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules and Beyond: Strategic Advantages of Cybersecurity Adoption6 min read
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new cybersecurity disclosure rules, which went into effect on September 5, 2023, underscore the growing material impact of cybersecurity on business. Generally, the rules require public companies to promptly disclose material cybersecurity breaches and to provide annual disclosures regarding the company’s cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and governance. In particular, […]
Why Private Companies Should Pay Attention to the SEC’s New Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules5 min read
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) promulgated new rules on cybersecurity disclosures, which went into effect on September 5, 2023. While private companies are not subject to these rules, as discussed below, there are several reasons why they should consider adopting these rules for their cybersecurity program. Generally, the rules require public companies to promptly disclose […]
The Critical Preplanning Step Every Organization Must Take to Create an Effective Emergency Plan6 min read
Over the past several years, many businesses have experienced an increasing number of threats to their ability to continue operations, weather an emergency, and remain profitable. From the unprecedented shutdowns during COVID-19 to natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires to manmade threats like social unrest and cybercrime, businesses need a clear and effective emergency plan […]
Is Proactive Cybersecurity Worth the Cost for Small and Midsized Businesses?54 sec read
When it comes to cybersecurity, the most important choice business leaders face is determining which risks to address proactively, with assessments, workforce training, policy preparation, and insurance, versus which risks to address reactively, in the form of breach remediation. Recently, our security business got a call from a mid-sized company that lost $150,000 to a […]
Opportunities for Efficiencies & Synergies in Physical Security4 min read
While the physical security of personnel, assets, and premises has always been a priority for most organizations, today’s circumstances have put an even brighter spotlight on the need to keep people and property safe. In part, this is due to the fact that many organizations now have a hybrid workforce with fewer people at the […]
