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EcoOnline report tracks shift to connected risk data

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EcoOnline's first Mega Trends Report charts a shift from compliance checklists to connected risk data and real-time frontline engagement.
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Octave rebrands as it prepares spin-off from Hexagon

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Hexagon software unit Octave unveils new brand identity as it lines up independence, unifying design, build, operate and protect tools.
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Databarracks warns crisis plans ignore remote working

Thu, 29th Jan 2026
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Databarracks warns many UK firms' crisis plans still assume office-based teams, leaving remote and hybrid workers at greater risk.
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Extreme weather is the new operational risk: How digital resilience protects workers

Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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With extreme weather threatening UK workers, businesses must adopt digital resilience to protect staff and maintain operations amid rising climate risks.
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EcoOnline acquires D4H to strengthen crisis management platform

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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EcoOnline has acquired crisis management software provider D4H to enhance its platform, integrating crisis readiness with its EHS and ESG solutions.
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Study reveals tech diversity crucial for UK emergency services

Wed, 15th May 2024
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A study finds UK emergency services suffer frequent communication outages due to limited technology diversity, highlighting the need for mixed communication systems.
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FM Global appoints Jessica Waters as vice president, manager of climate & structural resilience

Fri, 6th May 2022
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Jessica Waters appointed VP, Manager of Climate and Structural Resilience at FM Global, one of the world's largest commercial property insurers.
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FM Global appoints Jessica Waters as Vice president, manager of climate & structural resilience

Fri, 6th May 2022
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Jessica Waters appointed VP, Manager of Climate & Structural Resilience at FM Global, focusing on fortifying commercial properties against risks.