The world is watching as a tiny particle sweeps around the planet. Markets are worried. Governments are activating plans and preparing health systems. Smart businesses are taking steps to prepare for significant disruption.
What do businesses need to do?
Dust off the pandemic plan! And the business continuity plan. Think about vulnerabilities - people, supply chains, customers. Consider the measures you've got in your pandemic plan and your business continuity plan and how they are linked.
When should you start?
Now.
How do you prepare?
Be informed. Check out these resources. Talk to your staff, key suppliers and customers. Think about the impact that a really bad flu season has had on your business - then do some "what-if" thinking to help you prepare.
Ask for help if you need it - get an independent review of your plan.
Wash your hands properly and regularly.
Cough and sneeze into a tissue that you throw away, or if you don’t have any, into your elbow.
Stay in touch with authoritative sources, such as the State and Australian health departments.
Misinformation is spreading faster than the virus - help keep your staff safe by rejecting rumour promoting thoughtful planning.
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