Business continuity planning (BCP) is essential for organizations of all sizes, as it prepares them to respond effectively to disruptions, ensuring minimal impact on operations, reputation, and revenue. While the costs associated with BCP may seem daunting, the potential expense of not being prepared can be far greater. This guide outlines how to make a …
Disaster Preparedness for Critical Infrastructure: A Guide to Building Resilience
Disaster preparedness for critical infrastructure. It’s not a topic many bring up at dinner parties. But if a storm takes out your power for a week—or worse—you’ll realize that it’s a conversation we should be having more often. Critical infrastructure represents the backbone of our modern society. It encompasses those essential systems and assets we …
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The Psychology of Preparedness: Encouraging a Preparedness Mindset
In an increasingly unpredictable world, the importance of being prepared for disasters—whether natural or man-made—cannot be overstated. Yet, despite the clear benefits of preparedness, many individuals and communities remain underprepared. The psychological barriers that inhibit proactive planning often explain this paradox. Understanding these barriers and implementing strategies to overcome them is essential for fostering a …
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Climate Change and Hurricanes: Unraveling the Impact and Preparing for the Future
The intersection of climate change and hurricane activity has become a focal point for scientific research and policy discussions worldwide. While debates continue over whether climate change directly increases the frequency of Atlantic hurricanes, there is a strong consensus that global warming significantly impacts their behavior and intensity. This warming enhances hurricane dynamics by increasing …
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Evolving Business Continuity Plans: Adapting to Change Over Time
In the dynamic landscape of business, change is the only constant. This truth extends to the realm of business continuity planning, where the strategies and approaches implemented to ensure resilience in the face of disruptions must evolve over time to remain effective. As organizations grow, technologies advance, and new threats emerge, business continuity plans must …
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Preparing for a Major Event
Preparing for major events demands meticulous planning and strategic foresight across various operational facets of a business. These events introduce complex challenges that can disrupt normal operations and require an adaptive, comprehensive approach to maintain business continuity. Effective preparation is built on rigorous risk assessment, robust communication strategies, and strategic collaborations that enhance organizational agility. …
COVID: 4-Years later
Mid-March 2020, Spring Break, COVID-19 is being discussed in the news and we are about to go to Florida for a long weekend. Should we go? It’s just a long weekend, and they won’t close everything down, right? Wrong. While in Florida, all the parks closed one by one during our last couple of days …
The Impact of Global Elections on Business Continuity
2024 has been coined “the year of the elections,” as many consequential elections will occur across various countries, making it a pivotal year for global political developments. Global elections wield considerable influence over multiple aspects of society, and their impact on business operations can be profound and multifaceted. As nations worldwide engage in the electoral …
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