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Internet Blackouts & What They Mean

  • Posted on: 6 August 2019
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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

  • Posted on: 29 July 2019
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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.

Everything You Need to Know About Due Diligence

  • Posted on: 17 June 2019
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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.

First Aid & Trauma Kits: What They Are & Why We Need Them

  • Posted on: 30 April 2019

“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 Makes a Good Intelligence Analyst?

  • Posted on: 21 April 2019
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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?

  • Posted on: 21 April 2019
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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:

The rise of ISIS in the Palestinian and Israeli Controlled Areas.

  • Posted on: 10 August 2016

One of the most debated scenarios relating to potential security complications in the Palestinian and Israeli controlled areas, is the rise of the so called “Salafi Jihadists”. This phenomenon has become especially significant given the vacuum in leadership within the Palestinian political arena.