New Funding Opportunities for California Healthcare Providers3 min read
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has announced two grant programs to fund enhancements of the physical and digital security programs of eligible healthcare organizations throughout California. The first grant program, open to healthcare providers that are not part of a large health system or hospital system, allows applicants to request up to […]
Achieving Financial Saving While Enhancing Safety and Security in Healthcare Organizations7 min read
With the costs associated with providing quality patient care rising faster than reimbursement rates, many healthcare organizations are facing an urgent need to identify and realize financial savings across the board. At the same time, the stakes for ensuring the safety and security of their staff and patients have never been higher as workplace violence […]
Becoming Compliant with SB 553, California’s New Workplace Violence Law5 min read
Combatting workplace violence is becoming a top concern for state governments. In 2023, California took a legislative approach to this issue, enacting a sweeping and pioneering workplace violence prevention law that impacts the vast majority of California employers, regardless of the industry in which they operate. The new law, SB 553, comes into effect on July […]
7 Tips for California Employers’ Violence Prevention Plans33 sec read
Daniel Pascale was quoted in an HR Dive article discussing tips on how California employers can implement workplace violence prevention plans by July 1. Dan shared that the plan must be specific to the hazards of each work area, stating that “you actually have to do [an] assessment at every work location.” He encouraged employers […]
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, […]