The Effects of Natural Disasters on a Business
Topic: The Effects of Natural Disasters on a Business
Posted by John Ratliff on September 12th, 2008 at 4:35 pm | 2 RepliesWith hurricane season in full swing, several businesses are greatly impacted by these storms. Having an office located in Houma, LA, our company (Appletree Answering Service) must be prepared for every possible outcome. Along those same lines, the answering service industry in general is an important lifeline for several companies (and their customers) directly impacted by the hurricane.
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September 12th, 2008 4:59 pm | William Gustafson
The statistics regarding the number of business that permanently close within a 3 year period following a natural disaster related disruption are staggering. Businesses that operate in areas regularly affected by natural disasters or the threat of natural disasters should all have a plan for business continuity for both long term and short term disruption. With industries that are reliant on technology such as yours there are many options.
Do you have a disaster recovery / business continuity plan?
September 17th, 2008 8:37 am | Angela Kirchner
When severe weather, brushfires, flash floods or civil emergencies threaten your area, you need to reach citizens, employees and emergency personnel in affected areas with information and specific instructions immediately. One Call Now is located in Ohio and Hurricane Ike's aftermath reached our state and delivered 70 mph winds. Huge trees were uprooted, taking out power lines and punctured rooftops. Hundreds of thousands of people were without power, and businesses have been down for days. Our Business Continuity Service and Emergency Notification System ensures that your employees and the concerned people in your community can be reached in any emergency. www.onecallnow.com