By Irvin Varkonyi, CSCP, P.Log.

Without risk, there is no reward. Today, risks are much more complex for both passenger travel and freight movement as we function in a global economy where the uncertainties of disruptive events must be factored into strategic planning. Successful companies must find the right balance of risk and operational efficiency to optimize their financial performance and sustain their operations to benefit shareholders, customers and employees.

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By Miller J. Wilson

With the outbreak of the H1N1 virus spreading throughout the globe and threatening to become a pandemic virus one must wonder what the effects will be on the security of nations around the world. An Associated Press report projects an estimated of 90 million ill and 2 million deaths in the US and some British experts claim 120 million deaths world-wide should H1N1 turn into a pandemic similar to the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic.

However, the potential cost in health is limited compared to the potential threats to National Security and economy.

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As we approach spring break, the State Department has recently issued a travel alert for Mexico, a favorite vacation spot for many during this time of the year.

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