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Safety Gap
Safety Gap by RapidSOS delves deep into the "safety gap" — uncovering the unknown challenges, obstacles and blind spots that hinder public safety. Each episode examines barriers to safety with the goal of helping safety professionals identify effective solutions for keeping their customers, employees and communities safe.
Hosted by Cassidy Shield, RapidSOS' Chief Marketing Officer, the podcast brings together leaders and pioneers using the latest tools and techniques to create a safer world.
Listen in to discover a world supported by intelligent safety – where humans, technology, and AI work together to close the safety gap.
Safety Gap
The Cost of Delayed Emergency Notifications: What Corporate Security Leaders Must Know
In this episode of Safety Gap LIVE, Cassidy Shield and Karin Marquez explore the critical issue of delays in emergency response with guest Deirdre Fike, former VP of Investigations & Intelligence at MGM Resorts International. They discuss communication breakdowns between public and private sectors and how these gaps impact safety and security.
The conversation highlights the importance of strong relationships between enterprise security teams and law enforcement. Deirdre shares insights from her experience, emphasizing the need for clear communication protocols, consistent training, and proactive collaboration. They also discuss how technology and established relationships both contribute to improved emergency outcomes.
The episode also emphasizes the economic impact of delayed responses. The former VP of Investigations & Intelligence at MGM Resorts International highlights how communication and relationships with Law enforcement and risk management teams can improve the process in order to save on costs for organizations. The team closes out by highlighting that it's important for everyone to be on the same page when it comes to security and safety.