For U.S. Infrastructure, Flint was the Beginning, DC Metro is Act Two
the National Capitol Region will come to an almost practical halt in the middle of a busy work week because the entire subway network is being shut down for emergency inspections of its third-rail power system. The public of...
DetailsThe Space Community’s “E Pluribus Unum” Moment
Space should be viewed as an infrastructure. From military and intelligence needs, to civilian and commercial services, to technology creation and economic development, space has a role in it. The problem is the United States has let its space...
DetailsMore Research Needed on Economic Consequences, Opportunities in Homeland Security
Little research has been developed on the economic security aspect of homeland security. This past week, I presented a paper at the Eastern Economics Association (EEA) 42nd Annual Conference in Washington, DC, and it afforded the kind of dialogue...
DetailsApple Fights Court Order – Security v. Privacy Debate Continues
Apple is fighting a federal magistrate's order in connection with the investigation of the San Bernardino shootings. This is another instance of consumer privacy potentially conflicting with homeland security instances. Or is it?
DetailsThe Business of Homeland Security – Sec. Johnson’s ‘State of Homeland Security’ Talk
DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson’s final “State of Homeland Security” talk included the usual reference to his "Unity of Effort" initiative. While his intentions are good, within DHS, the effort is viewed as nothing more than a “Unity of Rhetoric”...
DetailsFinTech Presents Challenges for Counterterrorism Financing
New app platforms based in financial technology (FinTech) might be the next vulnerability for Counter-Terrorism Financing.
DetailsAfter Blizzard, Significance of Dependable and Emergency Response
The East Coast is still digging out after Winter Storm Jonas, some places faster than others. An important part of recovery from major weather events is reliable information, and there’s reason to think some areas hit by Jonas could...
DetailsPublic-Private Partnerships can Enhance Profitability, Security
Having good customer service improves the profitability of merchants at the airports, and from a law enforcement perspective, a calm airport environment allows CBP and other law enforcement officers to identify potential threats. Here's how.
DetailsMove to Reduce Border Wait Times Is Step Forward for Trade
U.S. border agents have begun inspecting U.S.-bound trucks in Mexico. This is part of a new enforcement program intended to reduce congestion and speed cargo across one of the nation’s busiest border crossings. The delays are a problem that...
DetailsPrivatizing Screening at U.S. Airports Should be Based on Metrics, Including Customer Service
The Screening Partnership Program, managed TSA, relies on private sector employees for airport screening. Millions of passengers are screened by this program each year. I have wondered over the years why more airports, especially the large ones, are not...
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