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'Business
continuity briefs' provides a summary of new product and services
press releases and other useful resources published in the last
24 hours.
A new support service has been established which will provide free advice and help to anyone who feels they have been emotionally or practically affected by the London terrorism attacks of 7 th July. Set up by a conglomeration of organisations, the service can be accessed via http://www.7julyassistance.org.uk/
CapRock Communications has announced that BHP Billiton, the world's largest diversified resources company, has taken a proactive measure to prepare for hurricane season by selecting CapRock's disaster recovery solution for its back-up communications system. The company will use the CapRock DR-250 communications package as a stand-by system at their shorebases for Gulf of Mexico operations, ready to be turned on if and when traditional communications infrastructure is damaged or unavailable. http://www.caprock.com
The Straits Times has reported that text messages on mobile phones and e-mail will alert hundreds of building managers and fire wardens to start evacuating office workers and shoppers in Sydney's central business district in the event of a terrorist attack. In unveiling the new evacuation plans, the authorities said people would be told to gather at three open-air sites where they would be directed to the best transport route home. Emergency marshalls would help direct the evacuation. Read the story
ACP has announced the chartering of its 29th chapter – in New York City. The ‘New York City Metro’ chapter will provide networking, educational, and professional development services to the rapidly growing number of business continuity professionals throughout the area. Anne Ferraro will be the president of the chapter. www.acp-international.com
•Date: 10th August 2005• Region: Various
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