Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

Business continuity planning is important for both large and small organizations. Having a document that sets forth an organized, planned, and coordinated course of action to be followed in case of an emergency event can make the difference between a total loss of a business or a temporary interruption.

Fire, explosion, or release of hazardous wastes are commonly recognized emergencies. Loss of electrical power, water, severe weather, workplace violence, biological threats, and terrorism are other emergencies that can interrupt business activities and the receipt of critical business supplies and materials.

A continual and recognized increase in natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, drought, and biological and viral threats are affecting businesses throughout the world.

Complete and timely recovery of critical information and business functions managed through automated information technology systems is another critical business function that needs to be addressed in a business continuity and disaster recovery plan.

Professional and specialized teams of experts very often are needed to complete this recovery in a timely manner. We can help you assess your needs and identify resources for quick recovery from emergency events.

Bird Flu Preparedness

Bird Flu, the H5N1 virus, is classified as a serious flu strain because it has mutated into a deadly virus that has caused 100 percent mortality in birds infected with it and a nearly 57 percent mortality in humans that have been diagnosed with the virus.

These deaths have occurred in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East where humans frequently work hand-in-hand with birds and live in close proximity to birds that have been infected with the virus.

The Bird Flu virus mutates rapidly and is believed to soon become a virus that can be transmitted between humans. If this occurs, experts predict that up to 40 percent of the workforce will be unable to work for as long as 12 to 18 months, with a devastating 30 percent mortality rate.

There will be shortages of materials and resources, a long term interruption of commerce, extreme emotional tools on employees and customers, and financial instability.

Experiences with recent disasters show that those who prepare tend to survive the disaster. Those that don’t may end up with failed businesses.

A special emphasis on bird flu pandemic planning in an organization’s business continuity plan is critical.

Our team of experts can help you develop, implement and test a business interruption plan that addresses this devastating threat.

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