Archive for the ‘Homeland Security’ Category

Oakland Tribune Interview for their 9/11 anniversary edition

Wednesday, September 20th, 2006

Just before heading off on vacations, I was interviewed by the Oakland Tribune for their 9/11 anniversary edition to discuss how ILOG supports the US Department of Homeland Security and the Intelligence community. Here's the excerpt. Enjoy the reading. "ILOG Inc. of Mountain View, the U.S. division of ILOG SA of ...

Expedited Assistance to Katrina’s victims: a Federal Enron?

Saturday, February 18th, 2006

Tragedies attract profiteers, who use chaos, lax enforcement, and victims’ goodwill to their advantage. The GAO released this week a report detailing the extensive abuse of expedited assistance funds delivery to Katrina and Rita victims. Several cases under investigation are spectacular, with some people cashing in over $100,000 of assistance ...

Learning from Katrina: improving preparedness and preventing government ADD

Saturday, February 4th, 2006

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has just released its preliminary findings on its investigation on Katrina and Rita. This document is a must-read. GAO’s key findings apply to all levels of government and most businesses.  GAO's assessment raises tough questions and deep concerns on the US overall level of ...