Threats to corporate security are on the rise

“Only half of corporate leaders said their companies brainstorm or simulate potential safety and security situations at least once annually; such practices are a simple but effective way to reduce vulnerabilities and ensure full-spectrum preparation against threats.”

In an article for SecurityInfoWatch.com, CEO Dale Buckner reviews key findings from Global Guardian’s 2022 Global Safety and Security Study, including the threats that security and HR executives are most concerned about when it comes to the safety of their employees—and the effectiveness of their duty of care programs when it comes to mitigating those threats.

Putin's retreating forces rig corpses, bikes and teddy bears with explosives

"As Ukrainians return to Kherson, they cannot assume that their homes and businesses have not been tampered with by Russia."

In a recent interview with Yahoo News Australia, CEO Dale Buckner discusses Russia's tactic of leaving explosive devices behind when retreating from Ukrainian cities, drawing on intelligence from Global Guardian's on-the-ground teams and his past military experience in the Middle East.

Putin Buying Time as He Scrambles to Marshal Russian Defenses

"So in the meantime, we are likely to see a bolstering of defensive positions in Zaporizhzhia as Russia probably fears that it will be Ukraine's next axis of advance."

In a recent Newsweek article, CEO Dale Buckner discusses the withdrawal of Russian troops from the west bank of the Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast—and draws on intelligence from Global Guardian's on-the-ground teams and his extensive military background to share potential scenarios for what might be next for the Russia-Ukraine War.

Western Tank Helping Destroy Iranian Drones at Center of Ammo Dispute

In a recent Newsweek article, Global Guardian Senior Intelligence Analyst Zev Faintuch opines on the significance of the German Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft guns (SPAAG) to the Ukrainian war effort. 

Russia's Poorly Trained New Troops Adding Little to Combat Capacity: U.K.

"But, over the long-term, the widespread abuse, poor training and equipment, and the use of certain soldiers as fodder, will come back to haunt the regime as it did during the Soviet-Afghan War and the subsequent collapse of the USSR."

In a recent Newsweek article, Global Guardian Senior Intelligence Analyst Zev Faintuch weighs in with insight on the ongoing reports of low morale among Russian troops—and the potential short-term and long-term effects on the outcome of the war and beyond.

ITIC Global: Healthcare and travel assistance in Mexico

During ITIC Global 2022 in Athens, Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner discussed the current risks associated with traveling to Mexico—and encouraged business and leisure travelers to only visit the country if they have effectively answered three questions, including: Where will you go and what will you do if you get injured? 

Click below to read a summary of this presentation published in the International Travel and Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ).

'A test for our endurance': Will brutal winter weather be a game-changer for Ukraine or Russia?

"The 'home team' of Ukraine has the tactical advantage as their supply chains are much shorter, with less risk of disruption and logistical support."

In USA Today, CEO Dale Buckner draws on intelligence from Global Guardian’s on-the-ground teams to discuss the advantages—as well as the challenges—the winter season brings to the fighting in Ukraine and why there is little hope for an end to the war in the coming months.

Security leaders assess geopolitical events affecting security in 2022

A recent article in Security Magazine highlights some of the key findings from Global Guardian's 2022 Global Safety and Security Study, a survey of 250 security and human resources executives, including their outlook on the current and future threat landscape, the effectiveness of their response plans, and how security budgets are evolving.

To download a copy of the 2022 Global Safety and Security Study, click here.

Hurricane Ian: Four questions business leaders must answer

“Internationally, do you want to deal with typhoons in the Philippines? Do you want to deal with the potential flooding in Thailand? These things now matter with the pace and strength of these disruptions.”

As natural disasters continue to impact business operations in the U.S. and globally, Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner offered advice to Business Insurance America for corporate leaders to consider in preparing for an emergency and building effective response plans.

Data Breach Threat Grows for Hotel Companies as Cyberattacks Evolve

“If you don’t issue a company phone that has an encrypted end-to-end VPN on it where everything is encrypted and protected, or you have employees bringing their own device, it’s wide open. These are all ways into your company. You are completely exposed.”

As reported in a recent CoStar article, Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner discusses the growing threat of data breaches within the hospitality industry and how to best shore up cybersecurity defenses down to the end user during the Hospitality Law Conference in Washington, DC.