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Members of ASG’s Sales, Operations, and Engineering teams attended the 2010 ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits in Dallas, Texas a few weeks ago. If you missed the event, here are some very useful links to catch up on the great training seminars and events that occurred during the week. We also have a brief run-down on some of the things we saw at the show that drew our interest and show much promise for future security solutions.

Submitted by Microsoft Global Security

Like many around the world, those of us at Microsoft Global Security took time on 9-11 to recall that horrible day and what it meant to us all.

In light of some very tragic events in the last few years including school and hospital shootings, the topic of emergency communication or mass notification has been a hot button for most security directors and leaders. Many seem to believe that the silver-bullet to minimizing the impact of an emergency situation is technology. While technology is a key element, it’s not the only one. If you truly want to ensure the safety and security of your employees, clients, students and visitors in the event of a shooter scenario, natural disaster or other emergency, even the most advanced technology is no substitute for a well planed, well executed response. So here are 5 tips to help you create your own emergency communication plan.