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The safety management system is built on hazard reporting and risk assessment. But what will tomorrow's safety management sytem look like?
Continue readingAn overhaul like digital transformation is always easier to ask for than it is to deliver. So let’s explore what digital transformation for state and local government means, what it looks like, and some of the ideas needed to make it all work.
Continue readingWhat those testing kits packages from federal and state governments lack is a solid plan for distribution. While some towns and cities may be able to repurpose old processes or current infrastructure for this task, many others are left wondering how they can get this shipment of supplies out to their residents.
Continue readingNatalie Monnett joined Veoci in October of 2021, and since has become a pillar for our Government team. With her infectious can-do attitude and undeniable empathy toward our customers, she has been a fantastic addition to Veoci.
Continue readingWhen Olivia started her new role as Customer Success Director in 2021, she saw an opportunity, just as she did as an undergrad. Emergency management is a steady but growing field, and it's the new thinkers like Olivia that continue pushing it to evolve. Olivia joined a band of those pioneers in 2021, bringing a drive to better other emergency managers and their programs like she once did.
Continue readingOperational resilience has weaved itself into the lexicon of the business continuity world, sometimes supplanting the term business continuity as a synonym. And the term’s fuzzy newness is mostly to blame. But when you jump into the details, the two ideas show their differences; operational resilience and business continuity aren’t a thesaurus loop and are actually tags for two separate — but related — ideas, much like weather and climate.
Continue readingWhen Hannah Coffey, PMP, MBCP, joined the Veoci team, she brought with her troves of knowledge about a variety of different fields.
Continue readingSpecial events like commencement already command a distinct plan from emergency managers. Game day, especially for an event like the NCAA tournament, adds a number of wrinkles to the normal special event plan. The spirit of fans and students, the uncertainty of each game’s results, and the length of the tournament are all big factors. So, what should a game day plan look like?
Continue readingHere are some tips for keeping you and others safe when a disaster or emergency forces you to power up your generator.
Continue readingWe are thrilled to be working alongside Chip in his new role as Product Manager for Emergency Management where he will work to further existing solutions, generate new offers, and implement innovative solutions. With his almost twenty years of field experience and his extensive engagement with the Veoci platform, he is uniquely qualified to aid in configuring and bettering offerings that the Emergency Management space needs.
Continue readingNo disaster has a small list of those involved. A stakeholder from every level takes on responsibilities in the response and recovery, from local emergency managers to governors and federal agents. Even the President of the United States gets involved, even if their role is largely invisible to the public.
Continue readingSimilar to your personal romances, there are things that should be expected out of a software platform, a set of simple standards. There are also key points that serve as writing on the wall and should be acknowledged as reason enough to put a platform firmly in the Friend Zone.
Continue readingThis President’s Day, let’s take a look at some of these contributions, and how the US presidency gained relevance in the world of emergency management.
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I recently sat down and talked with Lance Rocks, who joined the Veoci team back in May 2022. We discussed the Veoci Exercise Series, a new training offering focused on getting users hands on during emergency scenarios without the stress of a real crisis. I asked Lance about the Veoci exercise series, why he started the project, and where he thinks everything is going.
Continue readingAs the new year looms, what should business continuity planners look for in their larger review of their programs? Let’s go over a quick checklist.
Continue readingRegardless of what happens after January 1st, we figured it was time to focus on CERT again, get a bit more in-depth, and provide information some towns can use to improve their community-based response networks.
Continue readingWhere can emergency managers start their journeys, grow as professionals, and make sure their programs are fit for the challenges of the new year?
Continue readingWith a projected $210 billion in online sales this year just from November to December alone, scammers are eager to get their share. Bad actors are prevalent all year round, but during these several weeks their efforts are ever increasing. Here are a few things to keep in mind that can help you stay safe while you add to your cart.
Continue readingWith some tricks up your sleeve, you don’t have to worry about being unprepared. Here are some easy dishes to bring to your holiday dinner and safety tips while in the kitchen.
Continue readingCOOP acts as the underpinning of all other operations, documenting the people, places, and things necessary to keep an organization going. Let’s take a look at what COOP is, what it does, and how a strong program shapes out.
Continue readingHealthcare facilities and hospitals are often hubs that bring many people into the same area. If a disaster were to kick off, the hospital may need to reunite visitors, staff, patients, and other persons with families, caretakers, or authorities. For coalitions, the challenge and lift only grows. With all of this in mind, what are some key considerations for coalitions building reunification plans?
Continue readingWith her years of experience as an emergency and continuity planner at both the county and university levels, she can continue making an impact on campuses across the country through this role. In her new role, Lauren will continue to serve Veoci’s higher education customers and further enhance current and develop new solutions.
Continue readingJT joined the Veoci team as a Sales Executive and brings over 30 plus years of emergency management and technology years. We spoke with him, put those memories on paper, and asked what he has to offer for practitioners in the modern emergency management landscape.
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