Glossary

This is where we explain various contingency planning and emergency readiness terms that you may not be familiar with. Terms and definitions determined by the Business Continuity Institute and FEMA.

Business Continuity is the capability of an organization to continue the delivery of products and services within acceptable time frames at a predefined capacity during a disruption.
Coordinated activities to lead, direct and control an organization with regards to an emergency/crisis.
Disaster preparedness consists of a set of measures undertaken in advance by governments, organizations, communities, or individuals to better respond and cope with the immediate aftermath of a disaster, whether it be human-induced or caused by natural hazards.
The ability to withstand life events that impact your company’s and/or personal income or assets.
A process of analyzing the impact over time of a disruption to a business.
Coordinated activities to direct and control and organization with regard to risk.