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I recently commented on a post asking what makes a book important. My answer was simple - Boldness. For me, it is the boldness of the argument that matters most. We often see books published in the aftermath of major disasters; financial crises, terrorist attacks and corporate failures; each explaining why they happened, how they were allowed to happen and the systemic gaps that enabled them. What strikes me is that the real test of boldness may be whether those same question

The Pathways to Insider Risk ......................................... Before Reading: Please note, this piece is not an evidence base. It is a set of human pathways worth testing; not a set of findings. It stems from a wider body of work examining external human stressors forming insider threats. ......................................... Most discussions I follow tend to focus on how AI will transform how business is conducted, and what it will replace. What I do not see is

Why employee exposure to street-level risk has no owner DSRM Risk & Crisis Management The question nobody has been asking Every organisation with staff in a major city now operates, in effect, two duty-of-care perimeters. One is the building: well-resourced, well-understood, covered by decades of health and safety practice. The other is everything a person walks through to reach it; the platform, the underpass, the last few hundred metres of pavement. Homeless encampments are

Part one of two. This piece is about the data: what it shows, and what it quietly leaves out. Part two is about the commute itself — the human experience the data can't capture. Understanding the Data Landscape By most measures, the City of London is the safest place in England and Wales. Independent analysis of police-recorded crime consistently ranks it at or near the top of every safety index. It boasts the lowest overall crime rate of any police force area in the country,

In the complex and often volatile environments across Asia, operational continuity is not just a strategic advantage - it is a necessity. Organisations face a unique set of challenges stemming from criminal ecosystems, insider threats, and external human pressures that can disrupt leadership and operational stability. As someone deeply involved in executive-level risk intelligence, I understand that business continuity planning in Asia requires a nuanced, crime-aware approach

The construction industry is one of Korea’s biggest employers, with some two million workers labouring in all weathers to improve living standards for all of us. Yet this vital industry also carries one of the highest accident and fatality rates of any sector. Authorities divide construction site accident data between public and private projects. Although public projects slightly outnumber private, collectively there were some 6,180 accidents reported in 2024. Of these, 3,082

In today’s complex operational environments, organisations face a growing array of human threats that can disrupt leadership, compromise insider security, and expose structural vulnerabilities. As someone deeply involved in human threat and operational risk intelligence, I understand the critical importance of dissecting these threats with precision and strategic insight. This post explores the nuances of human threat mitigation explained through the lens of remote human thre

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, businesses face a myriad of risks that can disrupt operations and threaten employee safety. This is especially true for international businesses operating in Asia, where diverse environments and complex regulations add layers of challenge. To navigate these uncertainties, effective crisis readiness training is essential. One of the most powerful tools in this training arsenal is crisis management simulation exercises. These exerc

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, businesses face a multitude of security challenges. For international companies operating in Asia, these challenges are even more complex. Ensuring the safety of employees and securing operations requires more than just reactive measures. It demands a proactive, thorough approach to identifying and managing risks. This is where comprehensive corporate security risk assessments and corporate security audits come into play. Unders

Operating internationally brings exciting opportunities and complex challenges. When your business spans continents, especially in dynamic regions like Asia and the UK, managing risks becomes a critical priority. I want to share insights on how global risk management can protect your operations, employees, and reputation. This post will guide you through the essentials of risk management on a global scale, practical steps to implement it, and the role of specialised teams in

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, businesses face a variety of risks that can escalate into full-blown crises. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a cyberattack, or a sudden operational failure, the ability to respond effectively can mean the difference between survival and collapse. That’s why crisis response planning is not just a luxury but a necessity for companies operating internationally, especially those in complex markets. I want to share insights on how t

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, businesses face a multitude of risks. From natural disasters to cyber-attacks, the unexpected can strike at any moment. This is why crisis preparedness training is no longer optional; it is essential. Preparing for the worst means more than just having a plan on paper. It means actively practising how to respond, adapt, and recover when a crisis hits. I have seen firsthand how organisations that invest in thorough crisis prepare

Insights from the Crane Report Recent findings from the Crane Report revealed something deeply concerning: road workers rank alarmingly high in relative suicide risk data. Initially, we struggled to explain this pattern. However, subsequent research has unveiled troubling insights into the nature of threats these professionals face daily. Verbal abuse toward road workers is common—much like aggression directed at retail or hospitality staff. However, one behavior stood out:

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, businesses face a multitude of security challenges. From physical threats to cyber vulnerabilities, the risks are diverse and constantly evolving. How can organisations stay ahead and ensure their resilience? The answer lies in effective security risk audit strategies. These strategies are not just about identifying risks but about optimising resilience to protect people, assets, and operations. Let me walk you through how a wel

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, businesses face risks that can escalate into full-blown crises at any moment. For international companies operating in Asia and UK construction firms, the stakes are even higher. Complex environments, diverse regulations, and cultural differences add layers of challenge to managing emergencies effectively. That’s why having robust emergency crisis response support is not just a luxury—it’s a necessity. When a crisis hits, every s

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, businesses face numerous risks that can disrupt operations at any moment. From natural disasters to cyberattacks, the threats are real and constant. This is especially true in Asia, a region known for its dynamic economies but also its vulnerability to various risks. That’s why business continuity planning is not just a luxury but a necessity. It ensures that companies can keep running, protect their employees, and safeguard the

A monk once asked his teacher why his thoughts felt muddled. The teacher gave him a jar of cloudy water and told him to put it on the table. Hours later the sediment had settled, and the water was clear. That clarity requires stillness, is a simple lesson, so relevant today. Every society eventually realises its children are growing up differently from the generation before; for Korea, that moment is now. The change has not arrived quietly; it has come through handphones, alg

I don’t usually watch TV, but recently I caught an impressive show. It wasn't just the material content that captivated me; it was the far-reaching social implications, particularly for young people. The show, Korea Japan Super-match - Korean Wrestlers vs Sumo , pits Japanese sumo wrestlers against Korea’s traditional wrestlers. What struck me most, as someone who has had the good fortune of living in both countries, was the deep respect each athlete showed their opponent and

When we reflect on South Korea’s extraordinary transformation, from war-torn devastation to a global economic powerhouse, we rightly...

At the fruit counter of a major supermarket, I felt the “squid-card” VIPs were watching me through the cameras hovering above, slurping...