Chapter 12. Introduction to Non-IT Disasters

 

‘There are two big forces at work, external and internal. We have very little control over external forces such as tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, disasters, illness and pain. What really matters is the internal force. How do I respond to those disasters? Over that I have complete control.’

 
 --Leo Buscaglia

What are some of the non-IT disasters that could happen to an organization?

Within an organization every department will have its own importance and dependency on others. Every department must function collaboratively to ensure continued revenues and future business. Major equipment failures are not the only disasters that can happen. Disasters can happen in many other areas as well. Risks and potential ...

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