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ASIS Foundation Introduces three CRISP (Connecting Research in Security to Practice) Reports:
The ASIS Foundation Annual Report for 2007 is now online. Click on links for more detailed information.
The ASIS Foundation has awarded the first Roy Bordes Award for Physical Security to the ASIS Hong Kong chapter. A news report was released on June 20.
Registered Traveler Program

A partnership with FLO Corporation can speed members through airport security and offer additional global travel benefits.

Standards and Guidelines
Draft Proposed Chief Security Officer Organizational American National Standard is in ANSI Public Review August 22, 2008 through October 6, 2008. See the August 22, 2008 issue of ANSI Standards Action.
ASIS is soliciting comments on the Facilities Physical Security Measures Guideline Draft PDF through September 15, 2008.
Societal Security Management System Standards PDF describes international standardization efforts underway and ASIS International's part in developing the Societal Security discipline family of standards.
Membership Information
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Check the 2nd Quarter Reports to find out how many members you and your chapter have recruited to date.
Society News
Thirty ASIS members have been given the 2008 Cross Award.
The winner for the first Timothy Walsh Award has been selected. Congratulations to Marcos Veragstegui of the Venezuala/Caracas Chapter.
Certification News
ASIS certification program awarded Designation PDF under the SAFETY Act. First and only program of its kind to earn this recognition.
ASIS proudly congratulates the thousands of professionals who have sought and attained board certification.
Resources for the Security Professional
COVER STORY:
It's Time to Plan

The threat of a pandemic is real, but business planning is lagging. Find out what practices can help your company survive a worldwide influenza incident.
By Mario Possamai

600 pp., 2008 Hardcover

Member $85.00
Non-member $93.00
Item #: 1803
O.P. Norton Information Resources Center
The "ASIS Library" offers security resources and information for members, is accessible online 24/7, and has a professionally-staffed Reference Desk for assistance.
Guidelines and Courses
On September 13, 2007, the US Dept of Homeland Security released the National Preparedness Guidelines and Target Capabilities List. The guidelines can be downloaded here (pdf).
Important: The US Dept of Homeland Security has asked ASIS to notify its members regarding the Federal Government Guide to Pandemic Planning (pdf) for businesses and other organizations.
Do you know where you and your employer fit in U.S. plans for protecting critical infrastructures? ASIS urges members to take a free online course on the National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP). Developed by DHS and FEMA, the course is offered with options for those who want to take it for credit or review the information on an informal basis. Those completing the course for credit must take a final exam and will receive a certificate from DHS. Access the EMI Independent Study site or email Tom Marlowe.
ASIS Events
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Seminar and Exhibits
Advance registration for the 54th Annual Seminar & Exhibits in Atlanta, Georgia is officially closed. If you want to attend this event you can register in person at the Georgia World Convention Center beginning Sunday, September 14, 2008 at 12:00 noon.

ASIS Professional Development Programs
Webinars
Wharton/ASIS Program
   
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Wharton/ASIS Program for Security Executives
November 3-7, 2008 and February 2-6, 2009
Philadelphia, PA

Other ASIS Websites
Security Industry Buyers Guide
The Security Industry Buyer's Guide is the Security Professional's Source for Products and Services.
Security Management Online
Security Management is the award-winning publication of ASIS International.
Protection of Assets Manual
The POA Manual is a comprehensive resource covering all aspects of security including access control, training, employee awareness, internal and external theft and fraud, security and civil law, investigations, ethics, alcohol and drug abuse and more.
Advisories
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Threat Level: (general)
elevated threat level
Threat Level:
high threat level
(for all commercial aviation operating in the U.S., including international flights)