{"id":17311,"date":"2020-03-01T15:00:40","date_gmt":"2020-03-01T09:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/?p=17311"},"modified":"2020-04-02T14:47:57","modified_gmt":"2020-04-02T09:17:57","slug":"how-technology-can-help-you-overcome-business-disruption","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/business\/how-technology-can-help-you-overcome-business-disruption\/","title":{"rendered":"How Technology can help you Overcome Business Disruption"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business disruption can come in many forms. There are so many things that can stop your business running as it should; from damaged property and theft to floods or fires.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses of all shapes and sizes can be affected by business disruption, but it&#8217;s often SMEs that are the hardest hit. While a larger business can absorb the costs of business disruption, and afford to replace equipment more readily, it&#8217;s the smaller business that might struggle to pick up the pieces. With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.directlinegroup.co.uk\/en\/news\/brand-news\/2019\/03122019.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">almost 50% of all small businesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> affected by disruption over the last half decade<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, how can technology offer protection from the risks?<\/span><br \/>\n<!-- Home page 728x90 --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 728px; height: 90px;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9864771813712812\" data-ad-slot=\"3152971286\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><br \/>\n<b>Cloud storage<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storing files on individual computers, or even external storage drives, will not always be safe. If your office is flooded, or there&#8217;s a fire, you could lose everything inside. A broken computer, or a dropped external hard drive, could leave you without essential documents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the risk by saving each file in various different locations. At least one location should be cloud-based so that you can upload and download files from absolutely any computer. Ideally, use two different <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.which.co.uk\/reviews\/antivirus-software-packages\/article\/how-to-choose-the-best-cloud-storage-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud storage solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in case one fails for any reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Remote working software<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17313 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171946\/123-1.jpg\" alt=\"computer\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171946\/123-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171946\/123-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171946\/123-1-27x17.jpg 27w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your office is out of bounds, working remotely can make sure that you don&#8217;t lose out on work hours. Different businesses need different solutions, so it&#8217;s worth making sure that you have everything you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might need <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/uk\/best\/best-video-conferencing-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video calling software<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0or a way to collaborate whilst editing files from several different locations. Remote working ensures that damage to a physical space doesn&#8217;t bring your business to a stop.<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"seethis_lik\"><span>Also read:<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/review\/ddr4-vs-ddr5\/\">DDR4 vs DDR5: Tech Differences, Latency Details, Benefits & More (A Complete Guide)<\/a><\/span>\n<b>Easy insurance<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business insurance is essential. The internet makes it easy to get business insurance in minutes. From your smartphone on the train or your PC in the office, you can get a quote and purchase insurance. Don\u2019t rush into anything, though, it\u2019s obviously important to thoroughly research the precise cover your business needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business disruption is the result of damage, it&#8217;s nice to know that it&#8217;s financially covered. An insurance payout can give you the funds you need to get back on track.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Security<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With theft being a major cause of business disruption, security is essential. Use security tech, like alarms and CCTV cameras, to protect your equipment and stock.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention is better than the cure. With good locks and alarms, you have an instant deterrent that could be enough to send thieves packing. But, if they do get in, you&#8217;ll want clear CCTV recording to support a police investigation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Additional devices<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17315 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171942\/12-3.jpg\" alt=\"12\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171942\/12-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171942\/12-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19171942\/12-3-27x17.jpg 27w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If someone breaks a laptop or computer, you&#8217;ll need to get it repaired. Or, you&#8217;ll need the money to buy a suitable replacement. In the meantime, can a spare device help them to keep doing their work? If someone&#8217;s only using basic software or doing most of their work online, why not use refurbished technology to keep them doing what they do?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The great thing about refurbished tech is that it can be very cheap. You won&#8217;t mind if it&#8217;s stored away and never removed from a cupboard, though it&#8217;s great to have it there for peace of mind in an emergency.<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"seethis_lik\"><span>Also read:<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/review\/magic-school-ai\/\">Everything You Need To Know About Magic School AI<\/a><\/span>\n<b>Helplines<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology is essential for almost every modern business. It&#8217;s important whether you run a small business or a multinational company. It can be a hazard, but could also be what saves you from business disruption.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that you have access to the helplines you need if anything goes wrong with your technology. You need to rely on everything you use, with the right support to back you up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure that you&#8217;re protected with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allcopyproducts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security technology<\/a>, the right equipment and business insurance. If something goes wrong, you can keep your business going and make sure that your profits stay on track.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Business disruption can come in many forms. 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