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By Darrell Zahorsky, About.com Guide to Small Business Info

Business Blackout

Monday August 18, 2003
On Thursday, at 4:06 p.m., ET, we all learned at least one thing. Our lives depend on electricity in every way imaginable. Gas pumps, cell phones, transportation; all vital...all down.

The biggest hit to all businesses was the loss of data, inventory, and customers. As in all cases of crisis, the best action is the action before the disaster...planning and preparation. Our focus today is on disaster proofing your business.

Was your business & family prepared for the blackout or did you join thousands of others in line for batteries and other essential items? Learn the 6 basics you should stock for any disaster. Read Disaster Supply Kit.

From About.com Management guide comes some insightful tips on what to protect on your computer. Learn the 3 classes of computer items that need protection in Disaster Proof Your Computer.

From the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), a quick article on what business interruption insurance is and how it can help in times of disaster. Read Business Interruption Insurance.

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