What are the Three Stages of Crisis Management?
ArticleIn today’s unpredictable business environment, effective crisis management is more important than ever. It is crucial for maintaining business continuity and building organisational resilience. This article will guide you through the steps of crisis management, providing you with tactical advice to protect your employees and manage a crisis effectively.
Crisis ManagementBusiness ContinuityDuty of CareWorkforceTrainingHow to Prepare your Organisation Ahead of the European Championship 2024
BlogPrepare for The European Championship 2024 with International SOS – experts in medical, security, and travel assistance. Navigate security threats, cultural challenges, and logistical concerns. Mitigate risks, ensure workforce safety, and access 24/7 support for a successful event.
Business ContinuitySafetyManaging Political Anxiety
ArticleAs the volatility of the socio-political environment continues to change, organisations must consider the residual mental health impact it has on their people. Leaders must be able to recognise and address political anxiety impacts within their workforce and proactively provide information and support the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. Providing mental health resilience support to your employee population is essential for the success and sustainability of any organisation.
UnrestWellbeingMental HealthSecuritySafetyAddressing the Complexities of Working From Anywhere
ArticleAn article highlighting the considerations of working from anywhere for employers including growing cultural expectations, employment law, immigration, payroll tax, Duty of Care, benefits, cyber security and data privacy, intellectual property and contractual issues.
COVID-19Duty of CareOccupational HealthResilienceWellbeingSafeguarding your People During Major Events
ArticleMajor events, such as the Paris Games and Rugby World Cup, present several unique challenges when it comes to safeguarding your people, regardless of if they are the ones organising or attending the events. Large crowds and the presence of visitors from all over the world can create a higher risk of safeguarding incidents from medical emergencies to security breaches.
Duty of CareSafetySecurityParis 2024 Summer Games
BlogAhead of the 2024 Paris Games, we outline some of the best practices we have seen organisations implement during such events, and make recommendations on how organisations should approach the Paris Games.
SecurityTravelSafetyRiskNavigating the Storm: Helping your Organisation Prepare for the Changing Climate
ArticleThis is the first article in our upcoming series on Climate Resilience and the impacts, planning, preparation, and adaptation to your organisation from a rapidly changing climate. Our next article will address the impacts of climate change on vector-borne diseases and occupational health and safety.
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Blogs
Accommodation Safety: The Missing Piece of a Travel Risk Management Plan
ArticleRecent security incidents, travel disruptions, and inflated costs emphasises the need for organisations to evaluate their Travel Risk Management plans. An integral part of these plans is evaluating accommodation-based risks that may impact your travellers. Our experts outline the important measures organisations should consider when addressing accommodation-specific risks.
SecurityBusiness ContinuityISO 31030 StandardTravelSafetyRiskWhy you Should Align your Travel Risk Management Policies to ISO 31030
BlogYour travel risk management policies are vital in upholding the Duty of Care responsibilities to your employees. Not meeting the ISO 31030 standard can be detrimental to organisations reliant on business travel.
TravelWorkforceComplianceNavigating a Year of Permacrisis with Expertise and Resilience
BlogHow we supported our clients in 2023 | From natural disasters to geopolitical shifts, our teams on the ground demonstrated unparalleled dedication to supporting our clients in the face of uncertainty.
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Case Studies
Malls, Morale & Mental Health
Case StudyWhen a leading European shopping center observed a decline in its employees' mental health, it collaborated with International SOS to develop a comprehensive health strategy with a strong emphasis on overall wellbeing in all core dimensions.
Mental HealthWellbeingWorkplaceEnhancing Community Health in Ghana: Supporting Eni in Advancing its ESG Agenda
Case StudyEni, a global energy company, collaborated with the West African Rescue Association (WARA), an International SOS affiliated company, to set up a community health campaign in Ghana. Coordinated by WARA, the programme was designed to improve public health in ten communities within the Ellembelle district.
Infectious DiseasePublic HealthEnsuring HSE compliance for a construction company on an oil and gas project in Angola
Case StudiesOne of our clients in Angola, an international engineering and construction company, sought our expertise for this strategic onshore construction project in the oil and gas industry. Having not previously operated in this industry in Angola, they recognised that their Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in-house set-up was not suited for this project.
Business ContinuityComplianceOnshore
Podcasts
Ukraine Conflict: Two Years On
PodcastTwo years into the conflict in Ukraine, we look at what is happening on the front line, the challenges that Ukraine faces and how we expect the conflict to proceed over the next 12 months.
RiskSafetySecurityUnrestIntelligenceWhy are Measles Cases Rising Globally?
PodcastA rise in global measles cases is causing concern amongst health officials. Our health experts tell us what’s behind the outbreaks and offer advice about what you can do to keep you and your family safe.
VaccineHealthInfectious DiseasePublic HealthWellbeingGuatemala’s New President
PodcastOur security expert went to Guatemala to observe the inauguration of President Bernardo Arevalo following several months of political uncertainty and protests and offers this assessment of the challenges the president faces now he's in office.
RiskSafetySecurityIntelligenceTravel
Press Announcements
Supporting Your Employees During the Israel-Gaza Crisis
Press announcementAt approximately around 06.30 local time on Saturday 7 October, conflict broke out between Gaza Strip-based militants and Israel. The conflict has been claimed by the Palestinian Militant group Hamas. In addition to firing rockets into Israel, Gazan militants also staged gun fire in Sderot (Southern district). A militant infiltration of this scale is unprecedented in Israel.
AssistanceSafetySecurityWorkforceEnsuring Safe Return to Campus with Health and Security Guidelines for the Education Community
Press announcementAcademic institutions are gearing up to welcome students and employees back to campus. With the world navigating the impacts of various global health crises and security concerns, International SOS highlights the importance for education organisations to prioritise the health, security and wellbeing of their community.
Duty of CareMental HealthSecuritySafetyWellbeingStorm Idalia - Supporting Your Employees
Press announcementHurricane Idalia is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane as it crosses the warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico across 29 August. Tropical storm force winds will reach southern Florida in the early morning on 29 August EST. The storm is presently forecast to make landfall in North western Florida around 08:00 (local time) on 30 August. Idalia will bring significant storm surge to the North western coast, a part of Florida particularly susceptible to storm surge due to geographical features. Idalia will weaken and pass northeast across Florida, and along the coasts of Georgia, South and North Carolina during the evening of 30 August and day of 31 August before traveling out to sea. Tornados likely along in some parts of Florida beginning the evening 29 August.
Business ContinuityEvacuationCrisis ManagementSecurityRisk