Even with the reliable technologies we have today, there’s no guaranteed way to exactly and accurately predict when a typhoon will come and how severe its impact will be. People can only anticipate and prepare for typhoons, so coming up with a disaster contingency plan is a must in an area prone to natural disasters. A disaster contingency plan contains all the actions to do […] Read more »
Can Your Organization Survive a Natural Disaster?
This infographic from Boston University’s business program (http://msmonline.bu.edu/) helps you assess whether or not your organization can survive a natural disaster. After a major disaster—tornado, tsunami, flood, hurricane, fire, etc. – 25% of businesses do not reopen. Two ways to keep from this infinite closure is to invest in preparatory management of a disaster, and to invest in a recovery plan for after a disaster. […] Read more »
Is There Life After Frankenstorm?
Natural disasters come in all shapes and sizes. Hurricanes and earthquakes, tornadoes and hail storms. We call them human names – Andrea, George, Helene, Katrina – easy to remember and identify, and we do our best to stay strong and resilient in the face of utter destruction and despair. Here we take a look at the destructive impact of Hurrican Sandy and how Americans managed […] Read more »