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Separating the Best from the Rest: An Analysis of Why Business Preparedness Is Critical in an Uncertain Future

Erwood Group

Even seemingly small events can have major impacts on a business. Consider the following events causing major impacts to businesses: A car hit a fire hydrant in front of an antique bookstore causing damage to 1,500 antique books costing $300,000 in restoration and repairs. ASSESSING THE FINANCIAL IMPACTS OF BUSINESS DISRUPTIONS.

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14/03/14 Business Impact Analyses

Plan B Consulting

What if you lost your customer list, order book or all your financial information? Even though technology may be the solution (secure USB sticks or a secure external hard drive and a solid backup regime), your assessment should be based on end-to-end business functions, not the financial value of individual bits of tech.”

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14/03/14 Business Impact Analyses

Plan B Consulting

What if you lost your customer list, order book or all your financial information? Even though technology may be the solution (secure USB sticks or a secure external hard drive and a solid backup regime), your assessment should be based on end-to-end business functions, not the financial value of individual bits of tech.”