Open for Business® Basic

The Open for Business® Basic Toolkit consists of several units, available in full or individually below.

Also available in Spanish*

                    • Computer Equipment and Software
                    • Critical Business Functions
                    • Critical Supplies
                    • Critical Telephone Numbers
                    • Disaster Response Checklist
                    • Disaster Response Inventory
                    • Employee Contacts 
                    • Equipment/Machinery/Vehicles
                    • Key Contacts
                    • Key Vendors/Suppliers
                    • Miscellaneous Resources
                    • Property Protection Checklist
                    • Recovery Location
                    • Self Assessment
                    • Vital Records
                    • Voice/Data Communications

 

*The number of Hispanic-owned companies in the U.S. exceeds 1.5 million and statistics show that number is growing. IBHS has translated its original Open for Business® workbook to make sure the businesses owned and operated by this significant population are prepared to withstand the effects of natural or human-caused disasters. 

Open for Business® Basic Advanced Track Documents

To maximize your continuity planning efforts, users of Open for Business® Basic or Open for Business® Online can follow the optional Advanced Track sessions. The six Advanced Track document contents enhance the existing material and further align Open for Business® with business continuity planning best practices. The Advanced Track is designed for businesses that want a more comprehensive continuity program.

Decision Matrix PDF
Resources PDF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Don’t Let a Disaster Drive You Out of Business

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Open for Business® Basic Trainer

We understand that many small business owners or managers live and breathe their jobs. This leaves little time to devote to planning ahead for a disaster that may never strike. It’s a risky balance because if a business interruption does occur, those who have a financial stake in the business may never recover.

To help ease the planning process, IBHS has created this FREE online training series to help with time management as you follow along with the Open for Business® toolkit. This series consists of eight sessions, accompanied by assignments. By the end of each session, you will have completed another part of your Open for Business® toolkit, culminating in your completed business continuity plan. 

 

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