Running a successful company requires that your business remain operational in a variety of different conditions--including a natural disaster, a pandemic, an economic crisis, or any other critical situation that could disrupt the flow or normal business.

In the wake of global threats, like the novel Coronavirus COVID-19, business continuity planning needs to be top-of-mind.

This guide includes suggested frameworks that address:

• What is business continuity planning and why is it important?
• How do you develop a business contingency plan and who should be involved?
• The operational areas you need to address
• How should you communicate your plan to customers and employees?