We live in a world of increasing threats, from natural hazards (the weather) and incidents
(chemical, nuclear, transport) to planned events.
There is a particular increase in "Black Swan" attacks. With new and innovative
methods, those that are unexpected can have a high impact.
What is ResilienceDirect
ResilienceDirect™(RD) is the UKs secure web-based platform (accredited to Official),
accessible from any device and made available for the Resilience Community.
ResilienceDirect enables the real time sharing of information across the blue light
emergency
responders, public and private sector organisations.
It supports the seamless working of the local resilience community alongside National
Government
departments and agencies. We work with the Devolved Administrations, for emergency planning,
response and recovery.
Overall Aims of ResilienceDirect
- A secure software solution that will link the resilience community together at all
levels from central government to regional/local responders
- To share Official Sensitive documents
- To support collaborative working
- To provide a level of standardisation and interoperability
- To enable timely communication and sharing of information
- To provide an easily affordable library of templates and information
ResilienceDirect can be accessed via any standard mobile/internet connection, but
will require adherence to connection guidelines.