2020 was a rough year:
Experts thought that natural disasters including floods, landslides, mudslides and earthquakes would become more common, and they were right. Our need to be prepared is greater than ever because the impacts of these disasters are huge with:
Now is not the time to stick your head in the sand, think you're safe and that preparations can be done later. Maybe earthquakes, floods and mudslides aren't common for your area, but what about severe snowstorms that cause highways to be closed for days, or hurricanes that wreak havoc on homes and businesses? How about the power outages and black-outs that happen with ice storms, high winds and wildfires? Yes, these are also natural disasters. Disaster being the key word here.
Any or all of these events could have disastrous effects on your business and livelihood; particularly if you're not prepared. Smart businesses are ready. They pay attention to current events and read the articles about the effects the rain, snow, mud, ice, and wind are having on the bottom lines of their competitors. These businesses have likely done a Threat Risk Assessment (TRA) and know how these disasters will affect them. They've also done a Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to further determine how this will affect their bottom line and ability to keep operations running successfully.
Furthermore, these forward-thinking companies have taken the next step to work with leading experts like KingsBridge to develop a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and introduced a BCP software such as SHIELD to their employees - giving everyone 24/7 access to the BCP should it be required.
These prepared companies have made the right choice to be ready for whatever is coming. The signs are all there - disasters can strike any time, anywhere. No one is safe, regardless of socio-economic status or location.
The next question comes down to you. Are you prepared? Have you paid attention to what is going on around you, taken the steps necessary to be ready for the future, prepared as one of the companies that will survive when disaster strikes? For your sake, we hope so. Your employees, customers and suppliers do too.
KingsBridgeBCP offers businesses of all sizes BCP Software Solutions and industry know how based on best practices. From our SHIELD - Free to our SHIELD - Platinum, there is a SHIELD for everyone. Our software packages meet the wide range of our customers’ needs, ensuring we deliver the best value in every project. Find out more about KingsBridge. BCP software isn't going to address your needs? Check out our BCP Services as we've got a service for almost every BCP need.