Following the pandemic, I thought everyone would have a written business continuity plan. Of course, I was proven wrong!
Do You have a plan for the unexpected?
Are you a business owner? If so, this is for you as having a business continuity plan is super important for a few reasons:
- Keep Your Business Going: Let’s face it, life can be unpredictable, and you never know when something unexpected like a natural disaster or cyber-attack might strike. Having a business continuity plan in place means you can keep your business running, even during tough times. That way, you won’t have to worry about downtime or the negative impact on your employees, customers, and revenue.
- Protect Your Reputation: Your reputation is everything, do you agree? If your business can’t operate as usual, you risk losing the trust of your customers and stakeholders. But with a business continuity plan, you can quickly restore your operations and show your customers that you’re a reliable, dependable business that cares about their needs.
- Stay on the Right Side of the Law: Depending on your industry, you may need to have a business continuity plan in place to stay compliant with regulations. It’s not just about avoiding legal penalties or fines, it also shows your customers that you take your responsibilities seriously.
I said unexpected – not unplanned for! You need a business continuity plan.
In short, having a business continuity plan is a no-brainer. It’ll help you keep your business going, protect your reputation, and stay on top of your regulatory obligations.
As you would expect, we offer online training on how to create a business continuity plan that works for you. In our training, you’ll learn the ins and outs of creating a solid plan, and we even provide fill-in-the-blank templates to make it easy. Plus, we’ll set aside plenty of time for questions so you can feel confident that you’re on the right track. Don’t wait until disaster strikes – sign up for our training today and get your business continuity plan in place!
Diana Catton MBA – by line and other articles
