Location Assessment & Analysis: Everything You Need to Know
Internet Blackouts & What They Mean
As you may already know by now, Sudan had an internet blackout a couple of months ago that has gained global attention. However, this situation, as alarming as it sounds, is not unique as shutdowns are on the rise all over the globe.
The Importance of Travel Security Assistance in Today's Volatile World
These days, the world has become smaller with the rise of technology. Thanks to the recent technological advances, ease of access to information and people has never been easier. The internet has made it possible to explore the world and travel overseas to foreign countries. While there is a lot of good that comes out of international travel, we can’t overlook the importance of travel security.
Egypt Gets Ready for AFCON 2019 by Increasing Security
With the African Cup of Nations 2019 kicking off mere days after former Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi’s death, many are concerned about the security situation in the region. Egypt, given its politically unstable environment and its highly concentrated big sporting event of the year, is a considerably risky place to be in right now. In this blog, we will go over why crowded places are an attractive target for terrorists and insurgency groups.
Everything You Need to Know About Due Diligence
In the business world today, many joint ventures and partnerships require further investigation to answer and address any questions and concerns that may come up. This is especially true given today’s security environment where risks need to be identified and mitigated accordingly. As such, many individuals and organizations request due diligence reports to help facilitate their decision-making process.
Everything You Need to Know About Executive Protection
In today’s volatile environment, executive protection is crucial for individuals and organizations alike. In 2013, Amazon invested $1.6 million in their CEO's safety. Other companies, such as Disney and FedEx follow the same path and spend hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to protect their top executives.
So why are companies and organizations willing to invest and dedicate so much to protecting their leaders? The answer is simple: They know the importance of executive protection.
What is Executive Protection?
First Aid & Trauma Kits: What They Are & Why We Need Them
“First Aid Kit” is a term that is familiar to us. “Trauma Kit,” however, is a term we seldom hear of. In addition, many people don’t know the difference between the two types of kits. We will break down the differences between a First Aid Kit and a Trauma Kit below.
The Difference Between First Aid and Trauma Kits
A Trauma Kit is meant for major injuries, usually life-threatening. Its main purpose is to keep a person alive until help arrives. In this case, a hospital and/or doctor is most likely needed.
What is the Definition of Risk Behavior?
According to Richmond.gov.uk, risk behaviors are defined as “those that potentially expose people to harm, or significant risk of harm which will prevent them reaching their potential.”
What Makes a Good Intelligence Analyst?
At RedCrow Intelligence and Crownox, we provide intelligence analysis within the security market. Based on my experience, I will begin to highlight the most important attributes of a security intelligence analyst using an intelligence cycle that we refer to in our own work.
Why is Risk Assessment Important Today?
Before I dive into why a risk assessment is essential in today’s world, it is important to briefly define what a risk assessment is. A risk assessment is best defined as a systematic process of evaluating the potential risks that one encounter in a projected activity or undertaking. There are different types of risks spanning from security-related to physical and personal. For this answer, I will draw mainly from my expertise in the security industry. With that said, elements of a standard risk assessment include the following:
