Description
Part I
Post your initial response (minimum of 250 words) to the initial topic on the Discussion Board. Remember to support your work with APA references from three scholarly/academic resources.
Based on benchmarking of the team, what are the key components to consider for your organization in a homeland security assessment? Why?
Part II
Write a narrative essay (minimum 1500 words) in which you address and discuss the questions and statements listed below. Use at least four scholarly sources and remember to demonstrate a thorough understanding in your essay. Cite your sources in APA format.
Visit www.ready.gov. Do you believe the Ready.gov website offers useful information to the public?
If so, do you believe an average American will access the information and use it to their benefit? Why or why not?
How would you propose a more effective way to communicate risk to the general public or would you? Rationalize your decision.
Explain how to form a benchmarking team for an organization.
Who should be included and how many should be on a benchmarking team?
Discuss how to conduct a benchmark site visit.
What is the proper protocol to follow for this? In addition, discuss the importance of conducting a Benchmark Survey before selecting which organization(s) to benchmark.
