VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Visionlink systems are fully engaged with Hurricane Dorian response. The National Shelter System is being used to help manage dozens of shelters in Florida--and states north, as Dorian continues along its predicted track. As we know, the most effective disaster relief solutions are those that are used every day.

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.orgSource

JUNE 12, 2023

A technology assessment is a performance evaluation of your IT systems. The purpose of an IT assessment is to evaluate whether your systems’ functionality and efficiency are in alignment with organizational goals and strategy. These are some of the KPIs that might be considered: Are systems being used to full capacity?

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VisionLink

AUGUST 26, 2011

Then consider connecting to the National Shelter System to have information about disaster shelters at your finger tips, and for those you serve. You can have an account on the National Shelter System, or have access to the XML open shelters data feed.

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VisionLink

MAY 8, 2012

Pleased to report that Ray, Rene, Joanne, and I are attending the annual conference of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD) here in Norfolk, Virginia. This is the 20th annual conference, and befitting the theme, Mountains to Sea , VisionLink is proud to release its 50 State VOAD Community project.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Disasters strike and organizations provide humanitarian aid - it's that simple. Perhaps some organizations make it look simple, but behind the scenes there may be some sophisticated Esri tools that map disease outbreaks and aid distribution. Read more and register today ! In our webinar this Thursday, September 13, at 11 a.m.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Today the status of "disaster area" came home. Boulder and surrounding counties are federally declared disaster areas, impacted by days of heavy rain turned into flood waters. On this map you can find photos, real-time tweets, shelter locations, weather, road reports and more. You can find it at BoulderFlood2013.Communityos.org.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 9, 2011

The January 12, 2010 catastrophic earthquake in Haiti showed some of the astonishing potential for volunteer-based digital disaster relief. and Sahana Foundation (which hosts a free open source disaster management system), have changed the way disaster relief is being done all over the world.

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Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Data Migration Plan: Strategies, Steps, and Best Practices Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems To make the adoption of new IT systems successful, data migration is a crucial step. It is not only about moving data from one system to another. Is Data Migration Crucial for an LMS?

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Geographic Information Systems are powerful tools nonprofits can use to achieve their missions. Beyond just mapping existing data, some GIS systems are working to incorporate ways for mobile smart phone and cell phone users to collect data and update maps. Do you use GIS systems in your work?

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Whole Whale

MAY 2, 2024

Have the intern map the steps involved so your team can review at a bird’s eye view. Index and put these photos in a system like Google Photos or Flickr for the organization to use in the future. This grant is a use-it-or-lose-it system making the risk low that an intern will “waste” money.

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Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Data Migration Plan: Strategies, Steps, and Best Practices GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - To make the adoption of new IT systems successful, data migration is a crucial step. It is not only about moving data from one system to another. Data migration is vital when transitioning between learning management systems (LMS).

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Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Data Migration Plan: Strategies, Steps, and Best Practices GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - To make the adoption of new IT systems successful, data migration is a crucial step. It is not only about moving data from one system to another. Data migration is vital when transitioning between learning management systems (LMS).

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

When disaster strikes, we want information as soon as possible and we want to help just as quickly. Whether we look at mapping tools, fundraising, or missing person systems, the social media response to the January earthquakes in Haiti all leverage the powerful technology we can hold in our hands: our mobile phones.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 18, 2015

I thought it would be interesting to look at some recent examples of emerging technology for disaster relief in action. Earlier this year, I attended an event organized by the Red Cross to brainstorm and develop ideas surrounding emerging technology and disaster relief. TechSoup Resources for Disaster Planning and Recovery.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

After the uprisings in response to George Floyd’s murder, Candid relaunched our special issue site on funding for racial equity and added features including a searchable mapping tool. underlying systems and structures that?generate and add them to the racial equity funding map. generate and?reinforce so far are only?a

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NTEN

AUGUST 31, 2011

Flickr: °Florian From mapping election violence in Kenya to coordinating disaster response efforts to helping people decide where to live , nonprofits have increasingly used Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support their work. I've always felt that maps are just plain cool. Now, I'd likely just create a Google Map.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

This edition of the App It Up project "Cool App Roundup" highlights different ways apps can be used in disaster, crisis, and emergency situations. Preparing for Disaster. The FEMA app includes preparation guidelines for a variety of disasters, including checklists, safety tips, and local shelter maps.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Unfortunately, this isn't Domino's Pizza and disaster response can't work as if it is. The American Red Cross is now looking into how best to give the public an increased role in disaster response. Multiple organizations and systems were having trouble coordinating and sharing information.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 26, 2024

Map out new URLs and plan to update ad landing pages Having ads pointing to old, now non-existent URLs (404s) is a violation of Google Ad Grant policy (and a terrible user experience). Update sitelink extensions After mapping out your URL updates, make sure URLs used in sitelink extensions are updated, too. Design for SEO.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 7, 2011

The people who are in most need of information about humanitarian disasters are the organized responders. Maps, helicopter overflights, satellite imagery, field reports from first responders, as well as phone calls and SMS messages from the general public. To continue in this direction, let’s look at how people use this information.

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VisionLink

APRIL 26, 2012

Pleased to report that the VisionLink team, and on behalf of FEMA a team from IBM Global Services, are completing their work building a two-way, automatic data exchange between the National Shelter System deployed by the American Red Cross, and the Shelter System deployed by FEMA. Redundancy counts, too.

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

During the Type 1 audit, businesses are evaluated on their hiring and data management systems, and the SOC 2 auditors determine if their design meets the trust principles. In Type 2, the continued effectiveness of those systems is checked. . Auditing and mapping of Application Architecture and Network Infrastructure.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 25, 2011

Be sure to keep up to date with Disaster Shelter information from the American Red Cross. The application is free; it maps information about open shelters, and provides information about location, capacity and more very useful to those near the disaster area. Douglas Zimmerman President & CEO VisionLink, Inc.'

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AFP Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Red Cross Fights Disasters With Social Media, Mobile Apps GOOGL - Investors.com : "In response, disaster relief organizations are creating mobile apps and better leveraging technologies like geographic information systems (GIS) and social media to improve their reach and services. via Blog this'

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Whole Whale

MAY 2, 2024

Have the intern map the steps involved so your team can review at a bird’s eye view. Index and put these photos in a system like Google Photos or Flickr for the organization to use in the future. This grant is a use-it-or-lose-it system making the risk low that an intern will “waste” money.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 17, 2011

Guest Beneblog by Patrick Ball, Jeff Klingner, and Kristian Lum After the earthquake in Haiti, Ushahidi organized a centralized text messaging system to allow people to inform others about people trapped under damaged buildings and other humanitarian crises.

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VisionLink

MAY 25, 2011

National Public Radio broadcast one of those riveting stories they do so well, in part from a disaster shelter where the Safe and Well system was being used to reconnect friends and family. Every open shelter is located on a map, and you can easily zoom in for details, directions, and other useful information.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Keisha recommends checking out the book, The Human Face Of Big Data , as a way to get a grasp on how all this new information is creating a nervous system for the humanosphere. Data Mapping and Visualization. Microsoft enables charities to use Bing Maps free of charge. Big Data in Disaster Relief. MicroMappers.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 28, 2011

We’re reacting to the following claim: “Data collected using unbounded crowdsourcing (non-representative sampling) largely in the form of SMS from the disaster affected population in Port-au-Prince can predict, with surprisingly high accuracy and statistical significance, the location and extent of structural damage post-earthquake.”

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Candid

JULY 27, 2022

The data from these various sources are harmonized, and each record is coded according to Candid’s Philanthropy Classification System, either by Candid staff, our machine learning model, or a combination of both. . This data is then made available in Candid’s Foundation Directory and Foundation Maps , as well as for use in research.

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS Security and Compliance: Steps for Protection and Adherence Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems Internal threats are a growing security concern for LMS platforms, as highlighted by the 2022 Ponemon Cost of Insider Threats Global Report. million per incident. What is a Compliance LMS?

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

Thanks to some serious development effort, we will be able to launch Community Operating System Portals with a click. Does your disaster relief team have the private space to plan and the public tools to get out important bulletins? This is not a small thing. Need to focus on Elder Care?

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Whole Whale

MAY 10, 2024

We love how Girls Who Code built an interactive map of the U.S. We love how they use maps to show where their work is having the greatest impact. International Rescue Committee The International Rescue Committee responds to humanitarian crises around the world by supporting refugees and communities affected by violence and disaster.

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2010

Geographic information systems (GIS) and online mapping applications continue to become more powerful and easier to use every year. Mapping applications that used to require sophisticated software and time-intensive training to create can now be completed in a matter of minutes with user-friendly tools. Jim Craner , MapTogether.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 22, 2015

However, drones are also being used for humanitarian purposes, such as delivering aid, tracking environmental conditions, and helping out in disaster relief. Assessing disaster-stricken areas. Conservation mapping and 3D imaging. Drones being used in disaster situations include the following. What Are Drones, Anyway?

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS security involves measures to safeguard a learning management system (LMS) from unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption, modification, and other security threats. This system creates a multi-faceted environment characterized by reduced risk, enhanced reputational standing, and an elevated workplace environment.

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS security involves measures to safeguard a learning management system (LMS) from unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption, modification, and other security threats. This system creates a multi-faceted environment characterized by reduced risk, enhanced reputational standing, and an elevated workplace environment.

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