Can Small Be Beautiful In Business Continuity?

Small businesses may think that business continuity is just for the big boys. But let's consider the following small business advantages;

1 Sharper perspective

When something goes wrong in big business people always say -


"when did this start happening?"


"which department was involved?"


"why on earth was I not told?"

When something goes wrong in a small business - you know.

2 Quicker reactions

"ICEBERG!"

Captain of tanker –"Emergency, prepare for evacuation!"

Captain of yacht –"Get your cameras out!"

3 Lower profile

When big business makes a mistake – the newspapers, the TV and the internet make sure we all get to know about it.

Small business problems rarely get a mention.

4 Simplicity

Big business – imagine a house of cards

Small business – a few building blocks

5 Getting help

Big business - "If I ask for help (mutual aid) I will look weak."

Small business - "If I ask for help I will look more professional."

6 Less opinions

Big business – "I must try to please all of the people all of the time - shareholders, investors, regulators.."

Small business - "I do what I want, when I want."

7 Easier testing

Big business – "Let's test the continuity plan. Hire the consultants, prepare a press release, ask finance if when we can afford it."

Small business – "It's a quiet Tuesday in January. Shall we test the continuity plan?"

8 Spreading the supply chain risk

Big business - "We'll have 10,000 from 1 of you."

Small business – "We'll just have 10 from 3 of you."

Of course we all face many risks in business today but whether you are big or small, just ensure your business continuity plan is strong.