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SARS Special Report
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) is spreading rapidly across the globe. Read how business may be impacted and what role technology will play.
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A Weblog that provides information about what you need to know, and what you need to do, to handle critical business issues in a time of instability. Remember that Weblogs are also conversations - so we welcome your input, views and comments.
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SARS' Affect on Asia/Pacific Headsets Sales
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SARS Hits Mobile Phone Sales in the Asia/Pacific Region
Two months after the threat of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) fully manifested itself in the Asia/Pacific region, mobile phone manufacturers are counting the cost to their businesses.
SARS Outbreak Highlights the Need for Teleworking
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) has led Hong Kong authorities to impose controls that may keep employees from traveling to work. The crisis shows why enterprises should enable telecommuting as part of business continuity planning.
User Identification Methods for Emergencies
In an emergency, effectively identifying essential recovery personnel and enterprise users is critical for recovery, to reduce the risk to personal safety, and to provide emergency and recovery information to employees.
Real-Time Warnings to Citizens
Government can act in "real time" by using a telephone alert system, which can contact many people very rapidly to warn them of an emergency situation.
The Last-Minute Checklist for Emergency Preparedness
The U.S. government has said that terrorist attacks are likely as the nation prepares for a possible war with Iraq. Enterprises should take steps to protect employees and reduce the impact of business interruptions.
Managing IT Security Risk in a Dangerous World
In today's risk-intensive security environment, effective IT security stands on four pillars: security policies and architecture, security infrastructure, security administration and business continuity planning.
Wireless Interference in Healthcare Is Real, but Manageable
Interference between wireless and electronic devices and medical equipment is a growing problem in healthcare. However, mobile/wireless computing benefits far outweigh the risks, most of which can be effectively managed.
Enterprises Must Plan for Five Categories of Mobile Workers
Enterprises need to base mobile architectures on the characteristics of five classes of mobile workers. By recognizing these patterns, enterprises can determine when to adopt mobile solutions and how to serve each group.
www.who.int/csr/don/en/
World Health Organization — Disease Outbreak Latest News
www.cdc.gov/ncidod/sars
U.S. Center for Disease Control — SARS site
www.who.int/csr/sars/sarsfaq/en/
World Health Organization — Frequently Asked Questions on SARS
www.cdc.gov/ncidod/sars/factsheet.htm
Fact Sheet: Information About Sudden Acute Respiratory Syndrome
www.ready.gov/
Ready.gov is a common sense framework designed to launch a process of learning about citizen preparedness.
app.moh.gov.sg/new/new01.asp
Singapore Ministry of Health
www.info.gov.hk/dh/ap.htm
Department of Health — Hong Kong SARS, China
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