Expert Voices III: Improving Disaster Recovery Services

Following high profile disasters in recent years, the emergency management community is exploring new approaches to traditional recovery challenges. These changes, from the use of technology to improve decision-making to legislation, are improving our ability to build stronger, more resilient communities.

Follow the conversation as Thad Allen, Executive Vice President at Booz Allen Hamilton and Retired Admiral of the US Coast Guard, moderates the discussion with disaster recovery experts.

Panel 1: Challenges and Successes of Recent Innovations in Recovery

The emergency management community continues to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of recovery efforts, particularly for those that promise long-term impacts and enhance resiliency. Look at successes and challenges experienced by communities that have applied innovative approaches during recent recovery efforts.

Panel 2: Applying Technology Advancements to Enhance Recovery Efforts

Emergency managers, first responders, and the public harness technology to make data driven decisions. They range from situational awareness systems; web and mobile based data delivery systems; and analytical data models for predicting future losses and long term economic impact. How can these technologies drive future analysis to better define and measure risk? Join the visionary dialogue aimed at improving data driven decisions before, during, and after disasters.