Business Continuity Plan Often Avoid Complete Catastrophe
In a recent article written by Peter Vanden Bos, and posted on the Inc. website, a strong case is made for having a business continuity plan in place. For a small business in particular, picking up the pieces and starting to serve customers again can be especially difficult after a major disruption. An estimated 25 percent of businesses never reopen their doors following a major disaster, according to the Institute for Business & Home Safety.
Establishing a framework for your employees to tackle the nightmarish process of notifying customers and reinstating timely delivery of products and services after a disaster is an essential long-term strategy for your business. Mr. Vanden Bos’ article states that a business continuity plan establishs that framework.
That plan is also a document that lists emergency response and contact information, backup suppliers, and a detailed recovery plan. Reaching the end goal of a written plan is the culmination of a long process involving many different parties.
Mr. Vanden Bos’ article also suggests many good ways to get started.
Click here to read the full article, and, don’t miss the additional links with even more helpful information and ideas to follow.
Another suggested link to follow for more information regarding business continuity and other compliance issues is http://www.continuitycompliance.org/
