A commentary by WB Risk Prevention Systems. Dealing with people when confronted with massive wrongdoings in a private or business environment is always associated with emotions. The first, spontaneous reaction to (anonymous) whistleblower information is often repression, disappointment or shock. Extreme examples at the private level are information from third parties about the infidelity of [...]
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The global, ever-changing world has increased vulnerability to risk. Cyberattacks on medium-sized companies, terrorist attacks on previously unthought-of targets, and even consequences of climate change show how vulnerable we have become - as individuals, companies, authorities, organizations, and institutions. The likelihood of risks with massive impacts occurring has increased significantly. Global trends are creating a need [...]
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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace The spring and summer of 2022 has brought many of us the opportunity to physically spend more time at our companies again. Even if only in part, because time and work models have changed permanently and home office options continue to be maintained. But at least team meetings, employee events, training sessions, meetings with colleagues, etc., can once again be held in [...]
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Enter your headline here Russia continues to dominate our headlines. Western media represent Western views and report on the negative effects we have to deal with on a social and economic level due to Russia's policy. However, different perspectives and diverse experiences are also part of our everyday life. Therefore, we dare to change our perspective. We look [...]
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The balance of the world has been shaken: The intricate web of economic, political, cultural, scientific and social ties with Russia has been torn asunder. Communication channels that have been tried and tested for decades have been interrupted, financial transactions disrupted, global supply chains jeopardized, and energy and raw material prices rising unchecked. Neither Western states nor their institutions or companies can escape the far-reaching consequences. The economy will [...]
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Strategic consulting boutique with focus on risk prevention and crisis management founded Bochum, July 25, 2022 The foundation stone for WB Risk Prevention Systems GmbH was laid in Düsseldorf on July 25, 2022. With the foundation of a separate company the partners Marcel Hagens, Jan H Heinen, Volker Klosowski and Dr. Wamser + Bartra Holding GmbH, represented [...]
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A look beyond the core question of energy supply availabilities and rising costs. It is impossible to imagine the headlines without energy supply at the moment. Rising costs and the threat of supply difficulties are topics that are present in the media every day and affect all people and companies. Energy suppliers and network operators have a lot on their plate at the moment and are particularly [...]
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Once again, there is a new EU directive that is to be implemented by the German government. The draft bill for the so-called Whistleblower Protection Act, which was actually supposed to be implemented by December 17, 2021, has now been presented by the Federal Ministry of Justice. In line with the published draft law, more and more providers are appearing who present ready-made solutions for whistleblower systems. With the establishment of such [...]
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How possible societal late effects of the Corona pandemic should be considered when planning future events. A commentary by Dr. Johannes Wamser & Marcel Hagens. Even though Sars-Cov-2 is still a serious pathogen that will remain with us in the long term, piece by piece more normality is returning to our everyday lives. The mask obligation is lifted in many places as well as [...].
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Above all, crisis prevention also means learning from situations that have already been experienced, optimizing processes and preparing for similar developments in the future. This applies not only to companies, but to society as a whole. Everyone must take responsibility. For themselves and for those who cannot do so themselves - this includes above all children. The war in [...]
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(c) 30.03.2022 by Johannes Wamser The fact that there is a war of aggression on our own doorstep with the Russian invasion of Ukraine poses new challenges for the whole of Europe. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke of a "turning point in time", political commentators and authors speak of a new era of "world disorder". Military escalations, nuclear threats, potential use of chemical weapons, hybrid attacks, and [...]
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War and crises in international business. What should be done when the worst case scenario occurs? How should you behave as an entrepreneur:in an emergency and what can you do for your employees? Dr. Johannes Wamser and Marcel Hagens talked with Christiane Auffermann about early warning indicators, (missing) crisis and emergency plans, which you can use in conjunction [...]
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An extreme scenario has occurred that many thought unthinkable: The escalation in Eastern Europe. Just a few days ago, some companies and even experienced managers who have been responsible for German subsidiaries in Russia for decades shared the assessment and confirmed to us that they had been surprised by the attack. Even if we ourselves personally did not [...]
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The events of the last few hours in Eastern Europe shake us all. Just a few days ago, we had the hope that diplomacy would prevail in Europe. And even then we were wondering how to find the right path as a company between "unnecessary scaremongering" and a (perhaps "naive") hope that nothing will happen. If you're in the [...]
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The increasing tensions on the border between Russia and Belarus and Ukraine are the focus of attention of the world's political decision-makers. The U.S. and EU countries are urging their citizens to leave Ukraine. In past decades, diplomacy has always triumphed when it came to political crises in Europe, and the [...]
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WB Risk Prevention Systems supported task force of the city of Bochum to strengthen vaccination rates and preventive health care. In the discussion about vaccination rates and obligations, municipalities and health departments in particular are wondering how best to protect the population from infections and motivate them to vaccinate. However, before this question can even be answered, it is necessary [...]
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"Businesses should not, directly or indirectly, offer, promise, give or solicit bribes or other improper advantages to obtain or retain a contract or other improper advantage." In its guiding principle on combating corruption, the OECD describes, in supposedly understandable terms, what every company should adhere to. That this is different in practice [...]
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We as private individuals, but also we companies, we authorities, we institutions, etc. have become more vulnerable across the board. The probability of risks with massive effects occurring has increased significantly. At the same time, risk prevention is becoming increasingly important. Corona, cyberattacks, terrorist attacks & climate change The last few years have seen an increase in risks due to the increased occurrence of e.g. cyberattacks on "normal" companies or terrorist attacks [...]
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Whether in person or virtually - our first talk round on 15 November 2021 showed how important and valuable the personal exchange of experiences is. In a small, confidential group, we talked about already known risks and (possible) measures for risk prevention. Topics such as the supply chain or supply chain due diligence law, employee and cyber security, personal risks and [...]
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As entrepreneurs, you've all interviewed potential candidates yourself, and you've almost certainly asked them about their strengths. Strengths that make the applicant stand out from the crowd. More and more often, however, the question is mirrored and asked of the company. What added value does the job bring to the applicant compared to other employers? Especially in the [...]
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