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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

If a computer or hard drive is lost or stolen, for example, the value of it (which is what your insurer is interested in) may be £400. But the impact could vary from thousands of pounds in lost data and productivity to total failure of the organisation. What if you lost your customer list, order book or all your financial information?

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14/03/14 Business Impact Analyses

Plan B Consulting

If a computer or hard drive is lost or stolen, for example, the value of it (which is what your insurer is interested in) may be £400. But the impact could vary from thousands of pounds in lost data and productivity to total failure of the organisation. What if you lost your customer list, order book or all your financial information?