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Independent Audits and Reviews |
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A major electric company was heavily criticized for slow reaction and poor public communications after a major power outage across the Northeast United States. Their credibility was on the line and frustration was growing. |
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| JLWA conducted a complete audit, including, timelines and actions, surveys of customers and employees, and provided clear guidance on how to emerge from crisis as a proactive community leader, winning praise instead of criticism. The major newspaper in the largest city published an editorial saying the audit was the best idea and gave kudos to the utility for bringing in James Lee Witt Associates. | |
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Telecommunications Interoperability |
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The CEO of a major cellular telecommunications company was compelled to solve the problem of interoperability during emergencies as experienced during 9/11 when firemen and police could not communicate with one another. Solution |
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| JLWA planned and conducted dozens of interoperability conferences across the country with first responders, business and community leaders and telecommunications technical experts, identifying solutions which will save lives in future dire emergencies both local and national. | |
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Disaster Resistant Universities |
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The leadership of a state university system is concerned for the safety and security of its students and faculty. Many of their campuses are located in disaster-prone areas and they want to do everything they can to prevent injury and damage should a disaster occur. |
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| Creating disaster-resistant communities and universities is essential. A complete analysis of vulnerable structures and emergency procedures were conducted. Mitigation plans and emergency response procedures were developed and implemented. Lives, property and millions of dollars will be saved should a disaster occur. | |
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Nuclear Plant Safety |
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A nuclear power plant is located near a heavily populated area. Thousands of residents are concerned for their safety and security and a movement is underway to shut the plant down. The controversy boils over. The governor of the state wants to make sure the tightest security and the best community emergency plans are in place should a disaster occur. |
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| A comprehensive review of all security measures and community emergency plans including evacuation procedures were conducted. A complete survey of hospital and other EMS plans were studied to ensure they would be ready should an event occur. A detailed report was presented which pointed out areas which needed to be corrected or implemented. | |
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