Until a negative incident occurs, it is tempting for a business to assume their protective shield is as strong as ever. But security systems on "autopilot" are actually in a state of decay.

Making society resilient against manmade and natural disasters is not the only reason why cash acceptance is critical; "cashless" retailers also do disservice to the public.

Intelligence tradecraft in the private sector has expanded significantly. Done right, it supports strategic decision-making related to risk and security, as well as strategic opportunity, and positions organizations ahead of events.

The world’s critical infrastructure is a greater target and more vulnerable than ever, facts that demand a comprehensive approach to protection that aligns physical and cybersecurity and requires collaboration on many fronts. This Q&A primer outlines issues involved and provides entry-level context to a pressing global security challenge.