Informational Update For September 5, 2012

Join us Thursday, September 13, 2012 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

In this era of downsizing, or doing more with less, many organizations have reduced or eliminated BC/DR staff and tasked others(who already have a fulltime function) with its ownership. Are you the person who now has the responsibility for business continuity? Are you getting the support you need from senior management? Is your planning in compliance with regulations and best practices? Are you a critical vendor that is being asked for your BCP as part of your customers audit? If you are interested in improving your organizations BCP/DR posture make sure to attend our highly informative one hour webinar.

This seminar will highlight creative ways to:

• Make your BC program defendable to regulators and/or auditors - know what your regulators and examiners are looking for (including common audit finding)

• Make sure that your BCP will be useful when you experience an interruption

• Get management AND business unit buy-in and support

• Manage your vendors and supply chain

• Tools to build a program even if BCP is not your full time job

• Effectively and efficiently demonstrate your BCP capabilities to your customers

• Test without testing

Just because you do not have the budget does not mean that it can be "swept under the rug". Remember, we are all in this boat together! A small one branch community bank has the same BC regulations and responsibilities as a large Multi-National Bank.

DR Rules and Regulations Updated for August 2012.

The DRJ Rules & Regulations data base is intended to provide each of us a singular resource where we can go to and find the most complete and comprehensive list or BC-related rules and regulations.This can only be accomplished with you help.If you find a new regulation, send it to us.If you see a way to enhance this lest, let us know. This list is intended to help us all and is intend to be supported by us all as well.

Quick Links

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

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE

A Culture of [Business] Continuity | Part I

This two-part series from Avalution Consulting focuses on defining and embedding a "culture of continuity" within organizations.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Sept. 5, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Strategic BCP Power Hour: Preparing for the Convergence of Business Continuity (BC) & Risk Management (RM)

Sept. 13, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Up the Business Continuity Creek without a paddle...Managing a BCP Program with little or no resources

Sept. 18, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Six Secrets to Surviving and Thriving With a Mobile Workforce

CALL FOR PAPERS 2013

Submit CFP For Spring World 2013 Today! Deadline: 9/24/12

Disaster Recovery Journal, host and sponsor Spring World 2013 invites you to nominate a speaker and/or topic for our conference.

FALL WORLD 2012

Exhibitors Booth Guide

BC Management, Inc's 11th Annual BC Management Compensation & Program Study

"Assessing Business Continuity World-Wide"

BCM COMPENSATION RESEARCH REPORTS - Study participants who complete the BCM Compensation section will receive multiple BCM Compensation Reports

Fall World 2012 Starts On Sunday!

It's not too late to reserve your spot at this outstanding conference. Discover hundreds of ways to boost your career, your program and your organization!

Attendees can choose from more than 44 sessions. In addition, there's a comprehensive exhibition hall located onsite, allowing you a look at the industry's best vendors and their services. For one low fee, attendees receive entrance to all the sessions, the exhibition hall, hospitalities, receptions, and also receive six meals, snacks, beverages and complete conference materials. It is the best deal in the industry!

Don't miss your chance to attend DRJ's 47th conference. Our years of experience mean that we produce the most organized and educational conference in the industry. It's on track, timely and includes only unbiased information from speakers.

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Visit DRJ.com/FallWorld for complete details!

Monday Evening Hospitality - Casino Night!

Go all in! Join Send Word Now for a Las Vegas Casino Night on Monday evening from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The event will feature casino games, food, drinks, and Vegas-style entertainment. Try your hand at blackjack, roulette, or craps! We bet you will want to get in on the action! This is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day in sessions and to network with fellow attendees. Don't miss what is sure to be memorable evening!

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.