The Complete Guide to Cybersecurity Risks and Controls
The Complete Guide to Cybersecurity Risks and Controls

Author: Anne Kohnke

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-03-30

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 149874057X

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The Complete Guide to Cybersecurity Risks and Controls presents the fundamental concepts of information and communication technology (ICT) governance and control. In this book, you will learn how to create a working, practical control structure that will ensure the ongoing, day-to-day trustworthiness of ICT systems and data. The book explains how to establish systematic control functions and timely reporting procedures within a standard organizational framework and how to build auditable trust into the routine assurance of ICT operations. The book is based on the belief that ICT operation is a strategic governance issue rather than a technical concern. With the exponential growth of security breaches and the increasing dependency on external business partners to achieve organizational success, the effective use of ICT governance and enterprise-wide frameworks to guide the implementation of integrated security controls are critical in order to mitigate data theft. Surprisingly, many organizations do not have formal processes or policies to protect their assets from internal or external threats. The ICT governance and control process establishes a complete and correct set of managerial and technical control behaviors that ensures reliable monitoring and control of ICT operations. The body of knowledge for doing that is explained in this text. This body of knowledge process applies to all operational aspects of ICT responsibilities ranging from upper management policy making and planning, all the way down to basic technology operation.

The Practice of Network Security Monitoring
The Practice of Network Security Monitoring

Author: Richard Bejtlich

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2013-07-15

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 159327534X

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Network security is not simply about building impenetrable walls—determined attackers will eventually overcome traditional defenses. The most effective computer security strategies integrate network security monitoring (NSM): the collection and analysis of data to help you detect and respond to intrusions. In The Practice of Network Security Monitoring, Mandiant CSO Richard Bejtlich shows you how to use NSM to add a robust layer of protection around your networks—no prior experience required. To help you avoid costly and inflexible solutions, he teaches you how to deploy, build, and run an NSM operation using open source software and vendor-neutral tools. You'll learn how to: –Determine where to deploy NSM platforms, and size them for the monitored networks –Deploy stand-alone or distributed NSM installations –Use command line and graphical packet analysis tools, and NSM consoles –Interpret network evidence from server-side and client-side intrusions –Integrate threat intelligence into NSM software to identify sophisticated adversaries There’s no foolproof way to keep attackers out of your network. But when they get in, you’ll be prepared. The Practice of Network Security Monitoring will show you how to build a security net to detect, contain, and control them. Attacks are inevitable, but losing sensitive data shouldn't be.

Comprehensive Guide to Heterogeneous Networks
Comprehensive Guide to Heterogeneous Networks

Author: Kiran Ahuja

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2022-09-20

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0323905366

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Comprehensive Guide to Heterogeneous Networks discusses the fundamental motivations behind this cutting-edge development, along with a brief discussion on the diverse definitions of HNs. The future of heterogeneous wireless networks (HWNs) is covered, including test cases, cost configuration, economic benefits and basic challenges. Other sections cover the topology management method in context of heterogeneous sensor nodes with diverse communication and sensing range. In addition, an outline of the pros and cons of the clustering criteria in HWSNs and taxonomy are summarized and provide futuristic research directions. Final sections discuss the future evolution of HNs and their implementations in diverse applications. This is an essential reference book for advanced students on courses in wireless communications, clinical engineering and networking. It will also be of interest to researchers, network planners, technical mangers and other professionals in these fields. - Discusses the most important problems, challenges and issues which arise when designing real-time heterogeneous networks for diverse scenarios - Represents the unique features of heterogeneous sensor networks, giving the end-user a better understanding of the environment - Provides an overview of real-time performance issues in heterogeneous networks, specifically multi-tasking, multi-level scheduling, localization and security issues - Includes applications of heterogeneous networks in diverse fields and focuses on the convergence of heterogeneous wireless networks for 5G

Handbook of Project Management
Handbook of Project Management

Author: Colin Dobie

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-08-02

Total Pages: 451

ISBN-13: 1000257320

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The practical approach that Colin Dobie prescribes is as applicable to the experienced project manager as it is anyone entering the field.' Ernest J. Nielsen, Brigham Young University, USA A no-nonsense approach to project management. Essential reading for all project managers and project team members.' Peter Dechaineux, Inaugural Chairman, Australian Institute of Project Management, Australia Excellent coverage of all the material required in easy to follow steps. It places activities in logical context. Essential reading for China's many project managers.' Professor Yuan, Chairman, Asia-Pacific Federation of Project Management.' Colin Dobie has very comprehensively detailed out the intricacies needed to manage projects. Well done.' Adesh Jain, President, PM Guru Inc. and President, IPMA Whether you are creating a new product or building a power station, you need to know how to manage the myriad elements in a project to ensure it is completed on time, on budget and to a high standard. A Handbook of Project Management is a practical and comprehensive guide for project managers working on small and large projects in any field. Colin Dobie systematically maps the four phases in the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, implementation and finalisation. He outlines the processes and techniques of the nine functions of project management, and how they are applied during the project lifecycle. He also explains what a project manager is expected to deliver, and the roles of team leaders and team members. Drawing on international standards and bodies of knowledge, as well as Colin Dobie's extensive industry and training experience in several countries, A Handbook of Project Management is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants to develop their skills in project management. It is extensively illustrated with examples, templates, exercises and checklists, making it valuable resource for experienced project managers.

Supply Chain Risk and Disruption Management
Supply Chain Risk and Disruption Management

Author: Sanjoy Kumar Paul

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13: 9819926297

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In this book, a risk management approach starts off by discussing important issues related to managing supply chain disruption risks from various perspectives during VUCA times. It explores the essence and principles relating to managing these risks and provides the framework and multi-goal model groups for managing such unknown-unknown risks and subsequent disruptions at a global scale. The book explores and presents the latest developments across different emerging topics in supply chain risk and disruption management. These include (i) an overview of supply chain risk, and disruption management tools, techniques, and approaches, (ii) a review on uncertainty modeling for decentralized supply chain systems, (iii) supply chain deep uncertainties and risks - the 'new normal', (iv) emergent technologies for supply chain risk and disruption management, (v) supply chain resilience strategies for times of unprecedented uncertainty, (vi) the role of blockchain in developing supply chain resilience against disruptions, (vii) a qualitative study on supply chain risk management adopting blockchain technology, (viii) assessment of risks and risk management for agriculture supply chain, (ix) resilience of agri-food supply chains: Australian developments after a decade of supply and demand shocks, (x) prioritization of risks in the pharmaceutical supply chains (xi) improving medical supply chain disruption management with the blockchain technology, and (xii) impacts of resilience practices on supply chain sustainability. The book contributes significantly to the growing body of knowledge concerning the theory and practice of managing supply chain risks and disruptions in strategic management, operations and supply chain, and sustainability literature. It presents contemporary, innovative and latest developments in applying smart management tools, techniques and approaches for managing supply chain risk and disruption and future-proofing supply chains to become agile, resilient and sustainable.

IoT Based Control Networks and Intelligent Systems
IoT Based Control Networks and Intelligent Systems

Author: P. P. Joby

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-12-29

Total Pages: 787

ISBN-13: 9819965861

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This book gathers selected papers presented at International Conference on IoT Based Control Networks and Intelligent Systems (ICICNIS 2023), organized by School of Computer Science and Engineering, REVA University, Bengaluru, India, during June 21–22, 2023. The book covers state-of-the-art research insights on Internet of things (IoT) paradigm to access, manage, and control the objects/things/people working under various information systems and deployed under wide range of applications like smart cities, healthcare, industries, and smart homes.

Principles of Sustainable Business
Principles of Sustainable Business

Author: Rob van Tulder

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2022-11-04

Total Pages: 1062

ISBN-13: 1000711455

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The basic function of companies is to add value to society. Profits are a means to an end, not an end in itself. The ability of companies to innovate, scale and invest provides them with a powerful base for positive change. But companies are also criticized for not contributing sufficiently to society’s grand challenges. An increasingly VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) world creates serious governance gaps that not only require new ways of regulation, but also new ways of doing business. Can companies effectively contribute to sustainable development and confront society’s systemic challenges? Arguably the most important frame to drive this ambition was introduced and unanimously adopted in 2015: the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG-agenda not only defines a holistic set of global goals and targets, but also foundational principles to guide meaningful action to their achievement by 2030. Multinational companies have signed up to the SDGs as the world’s long-term business plan. Realizing the SDGs provides a yearly $12 trillion investment and growth opportunity, while creating hundreds of millions of jobs in the process. But progress is too slow – witnessing society’s inability to deal with pressing human, ecological, economic and health crises – whilst the vast potential for societal value creation remains underutilized. This book provides a timely account of the systemic, strategic and operational challenges that need to be addressed to enhance the effectiveness of corporate involvement in society, by using the SDGs as the leading principles-based framework for actionable, powerful and transformative change. Principles of Sustainable Business is written for graduate and postgraduate (executive) students, policymakers and business professionals who want to understand the complex challenges of global sustainability. It shows how companies can design and implement SDG-relevant strategies at three levels: the macro level, to assess whether the SDGs present wicked problems or opportunities; the micro level, to develop and operationalize innovative business models, design new business cases and navigate organizational transition trajectories; and the meso level, to develop fit-for-purpose cross-sector partnering strategies. Principles of Sustainable Business presents innovative tools embedded in a coherent sequence of analytical frameworks that can be applied in courses for students, be put into practice by business professionals and used by action researchers to help companies contribute to the Decade of Action.

Building Energy Management Systems and Techniques
Building Energy Management Systems and Techniques

Author: Fengji Luo

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-02-21

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 032399301X

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Building Energy Management Systems and Techniques: Principles, Methods, and Modelling presents basic concepts, methodologies, modeling techniques, and fundamental design schemes of building energy management systems. Covering the latest developments and methodologies from academia and industry, the book brings together energy management, demand response, evolutionary computation, and fundamental programming.The authors explore the basic concepts related to building energy management systems and put them into the context of smart grids, demand response and demand-side management, internet of things, and distributed renewable energy. Advanced topics provide the reader with an understanding of various energy management scenarios and procedures for modern buildings in an automatic and highly renewable-penetrated building environment. This includes a range of energy management techniques for building-side energy resources such as battery energy storage systems, plug-in appliances, and HVAC systems. The fundamental principles of evolutionary computation are covered and applied to building energy management problems. The authors also introduce the paradigm of occupant-to-grid integration and its implementation through personalized recommendation technology to guide the occupants' choices on energy-related products and their energy usage behaviors, as well as to enhance the energy efficiency of buildings. The book includes several application examples throughout, illustrating for the reader the key aspects involved in the implementation of building energy management schemes.Building Energy Management Systems and Techniques is an invaluable resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in courses related to energy-efficient building systems and smart grids and researchers working in the fields of smart grids, smart buildings/homes, and energy demand response. The book will be of use to professional electrical, civil, computing, and communications engineers, architects, and building energy consultants. - Integrates the latest techniques in the building energy management paradigm, such as appliance scheduling, peer-to-peer energy trading, and occupant-to-grid integration - Provides extensive application examples to help readers understand the design principles of different building energy management systems - Includes step-by-step guidance on the methods, modeling techniques, and applications presented in the book, including evolutionary computations - Provides pseudocodes and optimization algorithms for the application examples to enable the reader to gain insight into the modeling details