Physical

The physical aspects of business continuity can range from ensuring passwords are changed regularly to making sure that people have the appropriate passes to enter certain parts of the building. It could also include knowing where the water stop cock is to prevent damage in the event of a flood or making sure that sensitive information is shredded or disposed of correctly in the case of IT equipment.

Physical risks don’t have to be hi-tech can easily be overlooked and easily prevented if you spot them early. Physical risks can destroy you business if they are not addressed!

ID theft is on the increase so make sure you disposed of classified documents securely. Click on the link for further advice – An introduction to ID Fraud Prevention.

If you can’t access your office because someone has glued your locks so that your keys won’t fit it could cost you more than the time it takes to get a locksmith. Image your customers calling you and no-one answering the phone. What would you think if your were the customer? What would you do next? Call another supplier? Would you call your original supplier again?

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