After the terrorist attacks of September 11, American facilities in Europe are among those at risk, says a US business security company.
After the terrorist attacks of September 11, American facilities in Europe are among those at risk, says a US business security company. Security managers should review security threats and their planning for everything from travel to crisis management. Neil C Livingstone, Chairman and CEO, GlobalOptions, says: “The attacks confirm the harsh reality that Americans and American facilities have become targets all over the world. As the US plans and mounts a war against terrorists, American businesses have only a limited window for assessing and dealing with their new and increased risks. The crisis is far from over, and is likely to go on for weeks, months, possibly years. American businesses must face the probability of an escalating cycle of attack and retaliation – and must move quickly to minimise the effects on their own business and the American economy. In the United States, we should expect and protect against the kinds of threats that Israel has suffered for many years. We need to make everyone aware of the increased risk of secret terrorist cells and suicide bombers, particularly in public places where large groups of people congregate, such as malls and transportation facilities. And we have already seen attacks once considered unthinkable on U.S. businesses and government facilities.”
