used with permission from Norton by Symantec by Marian Merritt Small businesses are the economic backbone of this country. Yet, in the aftermath of manmade or natural disasters, an astounding 40% of small businesses never reopen. It doesn’t have to be this way; with preparation, organization and practice, owners and employees of small businesses can…

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by Stefani Laszko Business Continuity Planning (BCP) is a pretty daunting topic. Simply asking ‘where do I start?’ is enough to make most business owners run and hide. Regardless, it is a crucial component to the longevity of your business and it cannot be ignored.  A well written BCP can consist of hundreds of pages…

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by Natassia Roman, Operations Manager In wake of last month’s Hurricane Sandy, we are reminded once again that you can never be too prepared. Though in California we do not experience hurricanes, we are at risk of earthquakes, fires and in some areas flooding. After a disaster, much attention is focused on the immediate damage…

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