Business continuity planning can help maintain critical operations
Most organizations are aware that developing a disaster preparedness plan is important, but key components are often either overlooked or not fully tested. As a result, organizations risk suffering lost data, productivity and, in the case of government agencies, poor service to citizens urgently in need.
- By David Hutchins
- Jul 06, 2010
How secure is your business data network? It’s a question that can be tough to answer when new security risks seem to emerge on a daily basis. Broadband data and voice communications are the lifeblood of business, and without a network that functions optimally all the time, the productivity, profitability and even viability of businesses in many vertical sectors are at risk.
- By Christopher Rabii
- Jun 11, 2010
One hundred and fifty municipalities within the State of Texas utilize the Blackboard Connect™ mass notification platform to help keep residents safe, informed and connected.
While the impacts of the recent Icelandic volcanic ash clouds are worked through, there are some pragmatic and practical takeaways being seen which have wider business benefits.
- By Keith Sherringham
- May 05, 2010
The implementation of large-scale business continuity management software projects is fundamentally different than with smaller installations. This article explores why these programs often fall short of their objectives.
- By Christopher Alvord, Frank Shultz
- Apr 05, 2010
As record-breaking snowfall shut down the greater DC metro area during the historic February blizzard, Washingtonians generally accepted that their office, favorite restaurant and physician’s practice would be closed for business. But an issue that did cause concern for many workers was whether their paychecks would be delivered on schedule amidst “snowmageddon” 2010.
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Businesses have been preparing for and experiencing disasters and emergencies for as long as commerce has existed. Over the years, this process has focused largely on what is known as business continuity. Simply put, business continuity is the ability to carry on business operations in the wake of natural or man-made disasters or disruptions to normal business activities. Examples such as Katrina and 9/11 come to mind when thinking about the need for business continuity.
Human resource continuity for both business and facility management focuses on keeping employees safe and secure in the event of a fire or other environmental emergency. This article will help facilities managers planning for human resource continuity by highlighting the standards, testing and certification to look for when choosing emergency escape equipment to support HRC planning for fire and other environmental emergencies.
The risks facing institutions and the people in them today have grown complex. New approaches to emergency preparedness and emergency management are required to rapidly inform individuals of dangers that threaten campuses and other facilities. The following includes some best practices in the preparedness, response and recovery phases of emergency planning, especially as they relate to effective emergency communications.
Keep in mind, an employee with a positive attitude is just as contagious in improving morale in the workplace as a disgruntled employee is in destroying morale.
Contingency planning in an age of increased workforce hazards
- By Kwa heri Heard
- Dec 09, 2009
For the majority of workers, their jobs can be effectively performed in a virtual setting, which can minimize business impact during a crisis.
What you need to know for communications effectiveness