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Upcoming Webinar on Earthquake Preparedness

In today's unpredictable world, being prepared for natural disasters is vital. JX Communications, a news venture focused on disaster prevention, has teamed up with Hakusan Industries to host a free webinar that addresses pressing concerns about impending natural calamities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Earthquake and the Nankai Trough Earthquake. This important event is scheduled for May 20, 2025, from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM (JST) on Zoom.

The Focus of the Webinar

As we face the challenges posed by the potential devastating impacts of major earthquakes, it has become increasingly clear that effective preparedness is crucial for sustaining operations and ensuring safety. The webinar will delve into the latest damage estimates for these seismic events and showcase Hakusan Industries' cutting-edge monitoring technologies. These advancements enable precise tracking of vibrations in specific locations, offering invaluable insights for companies and organizations to bolster their disaster response strategies.

Participants Will Learn:

1. Understanding Earthquake Impact: The session will present updated damage assessments related to both the Tokyo Metropolitan and Nankai Trough earthquakes, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
2. Innovations in Monitoring: Attendees will learn about Hakusan Industries’ innovative approaches to real-time earthquake monitoring and how these can translate into practical operational strategies to minimize risks during a seismic event.
3. Building Effective Responses: The webinar will not only explore what measures can be taken but also discuss actionable responses that businesses can implement, emphasizing hands-on ideas with visual examples from case studies.
4. Navigating Misinformation: JX Communications will share vital information on how to discern reliable news from figures during emergencies, especially in times of chaos where misinformation can easily spread. Participants will gain crucial skills in information literacy to ensure that they can make informed decisions and respond appropriately under pressure.

Who Should Attend?

This event is tailored for individuals involved in facility management, business continuity planning (BCP), supply chain management (SCM), and crisis management sectors. Professionals in these fields can significantly benefit from the insights shared during the session. Please note that registrations from individual participants or members of competitor organizations may be subject to rejection.

Speaker Profiles

Hakusan Industries

Toshiki Nakai, Executive Officer and Head of Disaster Prevention System Division, has years of experience in the disaster response domain. After graduating from Tokyo University of Science, he has led various projects, including the implementation of national earthquake observation initiatives, and has played a pivotal role in creating user-friendly disaster monitoring technologies such as Geonavi and iSeismic.

JX Communications

Daisuke Fujii, Head of the Data Strategy Division, brings his valuable experience from firsthand encounters during the Great East Japan Earthquake while working at the TOKYO FM newsroom. Since then, he has worked on multiple disaster communication projects. Currently, he leads initiatives at JX Communications that support government agencies in enhancing disaster response capabilities.

Event Details

• - Date: May 20, 2025
• - Time: 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM JST
• - Registration Fee: Free
• - Platform: Zoom

To register and obtain more information, please visit here. Once you register, you will receive detailed instructions on how to access the webinar.

What is FASTALERT?

The FASTALERT service by JX Communications is revolutionary, integrating AI-driven analysis and reporting on disasters and risk information, providing reliable real-time data while filtering out false information. Adopted by numerous media outlets, this tool is crucial for BCP and crises management, ensuring preparedness in the face of unpredictable natural disasters.

Don't miss this chance to enhance your preparedness strategy and equip yourself with knowledge that could save lives and businesses during critical times. Join us on May 20, and be part of the change toward a safer future.