Technology – Oosto
Public safety shouldn’t be a waiting game. In this episode of Innovation Obsessed, Shawn Yujuico Fontenot, Head of Global Marketing, joins Andre McGregor—former Special Forces FBI agent, who served as a cyber-trained agent, part of the first National Security Cyber Squad and founder of ForceMetrics—explore what proactive policing looks like in practice, and what…
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Super Bowl Security Playbook: What the Chiefs, Eagles, and Top Defenses Get Right
Super Bowl LIX is more than just the Chiefs vs. Eagles—it’s a high-stakes event demanding top-tier strategy both on and off the field. While quarterbacks read defenses and coaches make split-second calls, security teams must do the same, ensuring 70,000 fans in the stadium stay safe, as millions watch worldwide. With the world’s eyes on…
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Hot or Not? Security Execs on 2025 Predictions, Trends & Insights
As the year winds down and the holiday season is in full swing, we’re taking a moment to celebrate and reflect on 2024—a year of challenges, growth, and innovation—and look ahead to what’s on the horizon for 2025. In this special holiday episode of Innovation Obsessed, Shawn Fontenot, Oosto’s VP of Marketing, and Patrick Welsh,…
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Beyond Cargo: Protecting Drivers, Assets, and the Bottom Line with AI
In the first half of 2024, cargo theft in the United States surged by 49% compared to the same period in 2023, with an average loss per incident of $115,23, according to an August 2024 report by Overhaul. Freight hubs and urban centers like California and Texas remain hot spots, exposing long-standing gaps in supply…
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From Gates to Game Time: Lessons in Proactive Stadium Security
Safety sells—and 69.3% of fans are buying in. According to the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security, nearly three out of four eventgoers factor security into their decision to attend, and many are willing to pay extra for peace of mind. For those charged with event and stadium security, this isn’t just a…
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Proactive Strategies for High-Stakes Environments: Technology, Training, and Tactics
In high-stakes environments where the cost of failure can be catastrophic, proactive strategies are paramount. Whether it’s universities, hospitals, or corporate institutions, organizations face escalating threats that require advanced technology, rigorous training, and effective tactics. Recent security trends underscore the necessity of comprehensive approaches to safeguard these environments. High-stakes environments increasingly adopt integrated solutions…
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Survey Ready Every Day: Why It’s Not Just a Once-a-Year Activity
Unannounced surveys are no longer the exception in healthcare—they’re the norm. Accrediting bodies increasingly expect sterile processing departments (SPDs) to demonstrate consistent compliance, real-time documentation, and reliable adherence to manufacturers’ instructions for use on any given day, not just during audit season. Joint Commission survey data continue to show that high-level disinfection and sterilization practices…
HR at a Crossroads: Navigating Culture, AI, and the Future of Work
The modern workplace is at a crossroads, shaped by the rapid rise of AI, shifting cultural expectations, and increasing pressure on leaders to balance efficiency with humanity. Organizations are being forced to make intentional choices about how they operate, how they lead, and how they invest in their people — choices that will define…
From Hands-On to High-Tech: How Innovation Is Transforming the Next Generation of Trades Talent
The skilled trades are facing a turning point. With a rapidly retiring workforce and an ever-growing demand for infrastructure, HVAC, and electrical expertise, the U.S. is experiencing a talent gap that’s becoming impossible to ignore. Looking ahead to 2026, industry analysts anticipate the construction sector will need to recruit nearly half a million new workers,…
Career-Connected Continuing Ed: How Upright Education Helps Colleges Upskill Adult Learners in Digital Skills
Higher education is undergoing a quiet shift. While undergraduate enrollments remain in long-term decline, continuing education has emerged as one of the sector’s fastest-growing segments, expanding at more than 11% annually. At the same time, rapid advances in AI, data, and cybersecurity are reshaping nearly every job category, forcing institutions to rethink how quickly…
