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Global Guardian’s Worldwide Threat Assessment | March 2021

by Global Guardian in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted April 3, 2021

Once a year, Global Guardian publishes an overview of recent global security developments. It is no shock that this year has been markedly different than years past. For over a year, the news cycle has been dominated by COVID-19, overshadowing many important events and trends that will shape the future safety and security concerns of ...

Tools to Track Travel

by Business Traveler in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Risk Management, Technology, Travel. Posted December 8, 2020

With the well-ordered world of travel totally disrupted by COVID-19 travel restrictions, new solutions have quickly developed to track what’s open, what’s not, and what travelers must do to thread the needle from Point A to Point B. The need to keep up with all the well-intentioned but constantly changing – and frequently confusing – restrictions, ...

Business Travel: What Employers and Employees Should Know

by Global Guardian in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Safety & Security, Travel. Posted October 1, 2020

There are currently more than 7.4 million active COVID‐19 cases worldwide. This makes business travel challenging, especially for those going abroad. Early and extensive preparation by both traveling employees and employers with traveling personnel is key. Essentials for Traveling Employees Keep updated on the changing border openings and travel guidelines. Visit the website of your ...

The New Breed of Business Traveller

by Riskline in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Travel. Posted September 17, 2020

The business traveller after Covid-19 will be very different. Not only will their travel be subject to new restrictions and safety measures, they will also look different. That’s because we’re likely to see a significant shift in the demographic of people who travel for business. Why and what is the impact of this? Emanuele Scansani ...

Virtual Kidnapping

by WorldAware in Risk Management, Technology. Posted September 3, 2020

Travel data and personal information have become more accessible, making virtual kidnappings increasingly common. Although these threats can be difficult to avoid or detect, a proper risk plan can help prepare for such a situation. What is Virtual Kidnapping In a virtual kidnapping, the most common circumstances are that a demand is made, almost always ...

Legal Perspective on the Health, Safety & Security Responsibilities for US Mobile Workforce

by Fisher Phillips in Legal, Risk Management, Travel. Posted August 15, 2020

Ebola. Terrorism. H1N1. Civil unrest. SARS. Tsunamis. The Zika Virus. Sound familiar? These are all global issues that have become uncommonly understood terms in the United States. While these are now commonly understood terms, however, understanding how to prevent issues like these from happening is not o commonly understood. In particular, understanding how employers can ...

Managing Travel Risk in a Pandemic

by Timothy Manrow in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Risk Management, Travel. Posted May 15, 2020

There are no modern precedents for the speed and scope with which COVID-19 has disrupted virtually every aspect of human interaction. Within these disruptions are the tectonic shifts impacting how people travel. For the moment, managing travel risk is relatively straightforward, as it’s incredibly difficult to travel internationally. As restrictions are eased and governments unlock ...

How Technology Bridges The Duty Of Care Gap

by BCD Travel in Technology, Travel. Posted January 7, 2020

Keeping business travelers safe means keeping them informed and connected to their company and duty of care team. A report from BCD Travel’s Research & Innovation team explores ways travel managers can use emerging technologies like chatbots and artificial intelligence to bridge the duty of care gap; anticipate trouble before it happens; and save precious time when ...

Wildfire Severity Factors and Risk Mitigation Tips

by Haylie Mikulak in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted November 30, 2019

A wildfire is considered any unwanted or unplanned fire burning in forest, shrub, or grass. Wildfires are one of the most destructive natural disasters that exist and occur year-round all over the world. Some of the most common areas susceptible to wildfires are as follows: Western US: August – December Southeastern US: October – December ...

8 Airport Safety Tips

by WorldAware in Safety & Security, Travel. Posted November 2, 2019

The easiest time for pickpockets, robbers, or a loss of personal belongings is when you are in motion. On the bookends of your trip, you should be hyper-aware of your surroundings. When you’re moving through the airport, there are all sorts of events: check-in, bag check, security checkpoint, convenience stop, walk to the terminal, and ...

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