Informational Update For June 19, 2012

Cloud Security and Compliance - People, Process, and Technology

Wednesday, June 27, 2012 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT (REGISTER NOW!)

When it comes to cloud-based data protection, there are many concerns and misconceptions about security, data privacy, and compliance.

In this live webcast, Felix Santos, Director of Information Security and Compliance at EVault, will discuss:

• Misconceptions about cloud security and recent cloud compliance initiatives

• What you need to know about cloud compliance and information security

• How to select a cloud service provider

Register for DRJ's Virtual World '12!

Disaster Recovery Journal has an exciting FREE educational opportunity for you! DRJ's Virtual World '12, is a virtual tradeshow that will highlight product and educational offerings from Disaster Recovery Journal's Spring World 2012 and Fall World 2012 show.

This event includes exclusive access to presentations, exhibitor information and networking with other attendees. This is the one place to find all the information from the conferences, plus even more reference and educational items. Industry white papers and other materials will also be available.

DRJ's Virtual World '12 features a highly interactive format, allowing virtual attendees to view sessions, participate in question and answer sessions, chat with other attendees and see and hear from onsite exhibitors.

This is a groundbreaking format that allows all the benefits of the conference to be gained in the comfort of your own office.

Standard information is available at NO COST for attendees. Premium registrations are available for the low cost of $99. Premium membership allows attendees to view additional presentations and access additional information at the virtual conference.

Quick Links

• DRJ.com Homepage
• Fall World 2012
• Latest Journal

DRJ BLOGS

Business Continuity Planning - something just for the big global corporates?

Written by Lyndon Bird FBCI

A recent survey undertaken in New Zealand by Massey University revealed that less than 10% of SMEs have a business continuity plan in place despite the fact that over 40% of them have experienced a crisis in the last five years. The survey found a high degree of vulnerability in SMEs across New Zealand and concluded with a recommendation for a national programme to address this gap. But it is not just SMEs in New Zealand that need to consider business continuity planning.

White Papers

Business Continuity for the Healthcare Field

Critical steps to keep your facility up and running during and after a disaster. Today's fast-growing highly mobile workforce is placing new demands on IT. As data growth increases, and that data increasingly finds its way onto laptops, the threats of data loss and security breaches have also increased.

Fall World Blog

Huge Registration Discounts Available Now at Fall World 2012!

Register now to secure the lowest price for this outstanding conference. Fall World will be held in beautiful San Diego at the San Diego Sheraton Hotel. Enjoy all the amenities onsite and in the city while gaining valuable education and information from industry experts.

Industry Spotlight

Avalution Consulting

Avalution Consulting, 2012 BC/DR Company of the Year (award by the Business Continuity Institute North America), is a U.S. based firm that specializes in business continuity, continuity of operations planning (COOP) and IT disaster recovery consulting, outsourcing and software solutions.

Join Practitioners from Around the Globe at Fall World 2012

The agenda for Fall World 2012 has been released. We have an outstanding lineup of the industry's most experienced leaders. This conference is the one you want to attend. It offers everything you need for the lowest price ...and has years of experienced management to make sure the experience is as beneficial as possible for all attendees.

Gain hundreds of hours of practical advice and networking while at Fall World 2012. There are numerous sessions, workshops and networking events. Attendees customize their own schedules to choose the most beneficial topics and courses to suit their individual needs. The low conference fee includes daily meals, full conference materials, admission to hospitalities, and full access to the comprehensive exhibition hall, which runs concurrently with the show.

Register now to reserve your spot in the most popular sessions!

Monday Evening Hospitality

You won't want to miss the Monday Evening Hospitality hosted by conference Gold Sponsor SendWordNow. It is a fun-filled event for attendees, vendors and speakers. Food, drinks and networking are offered in a relaxing environment.

Enjoy the Amenities at Sheraton San Diego Hotel

Fall World 2012 will be held at the luxurious Sheraton San Diego Hotel. This bayside location is the perfect spot for attendees to unwind after conference hours. Restaurants are onsite and nearby, offering a variety of places to explore. The hotel also features a fitness center, two pools, spa and a beautiful bay and marina views. Meeting space is updated and ample size to host the largest gathering of business continuity planners from around the globe. Make your hotel reservations early, as a block of rooms with the special conference rate will only be held for a limited time. The hotel provides free shuttle service to and from the airport from 5:30 a.m. to midnight. Shuttles run approximately every 15 minutes.

Travel Discounts Available

American Airlines is DRJ's official airlines for Fall World 2012. For reservations, call 800-433-1790 or visit www.aa.com. Use file #8392AZ for the discounted rate. Avis is DRJ's official rental car service. Call 800-331-1600 or visit www.avis.com. Use file #D005078 for the discounted rate.