Whether your business is large or small, every business needs an Emergency Manager. Even if you're a solopreneur. If you want your business to survive, someone HAS to know what to do in the event of a natural disaster.
There are areas of the country more prone to natural disasters than others. The mid-section is tornado alley and the east coast and south have hurricanes while the west has the earthquakes and mudslides. When disaster strikes millions of people are affected at home and work with loss of water and electricity from millions of homes and businesses while floods, fallen trees, and debris closes off roads, hindering transportation. Attempting to recover from these natural disasters without a plan is almost a disaster in itself.
Is your business ready to handle a natural disaster?
How long would it take to get your business back up and running after a big storm hits?
If you don't think you need a disaster recovery plan, think again!
The Small Business Administration estimates that almost 25% of small businesses don't reopen after a natural disaster. Businesses that have plans for how to handle a natural disaster are able to bounce back after the disaster and reopen their doors sooner than businesses that don't plan ahead.
Here a 4 natural disaster recovery tips EVERY (yes you!) Emergency Manager needs to follow to make sure your business is prepared for a natural disaster:
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