SEA GIRT, N.J./EWORLDWIRE/April 12, 2006 --- Bob Frucci, mid-Atlantic regional director for CGM-Applied Security, a subsidiary of Digital Descriptor Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: DDSI) recently presented at the Global Maritime and Transportation School (GMATS) of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, N.Y.
Only five percent of the total amount of cargo containers entering U.S. seaports that were physically inspected last year and it points to a major vulnerability in the nation’s Homeland Security posture. Effectively addressing this situation, which will require the government and industries to increase security while at the same time maintaining cost-efficient operations, was the topic of Frucci’s presentation.
Speaking during a seminar hosted by GMATS, in conjunction with the International Cargo Security Council, Frucci, who has an extensive background in maritime transportation and port operations and also serves as an instructor at the Global Maritime and Transportation School, focused on Conducting Supply Chain Field Audits. His presentation provided specific details on how to carry out a comprehensive, effective survey of facilities, carriers and businesses within a supply chain.
“When it comes to transporting cargo from one point on the globe to another, there are many occasions for security to be breached,” Frucci said. "For shippers to overcome
threats, the key is maintaining constant, thorough vigilance to ensure there are no weak links anywhere along their entire supply chain.”
Frucci emphasized that best security practices are those that ensure compliance with all laws and regulations, minimize cargo damage and loss, and improve overall security to the point of positive contributing to a shipping organization’s bottom line.
About Digital Descriptor Systems, Inc.
The company, based in Sea Girt, N.J., develops and markets integrated enterprise-wide image applications specifically designed for criminal justice organizations. Customers include states, cities, counties, corrections, justice, and public safety agencies.
Additional information is available at www.ddsi-cpc.com.
Its subsidiary, CGM Applied Security Technologies, Inc., based in Somerset, N.J., is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Homeland Security products, including indicative and barrier security seals, security tapes and related packaging security systems, protective security products for palletized cargo, physical security systems for tractors, trailers and containers, as well as a number of highly specialized authentication products.
Additional information is available at www.cgmsecuritysolutions.com.
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