Does Your Business Need a SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile?

7/27/2022 (Permalink)

Your profile can be accessed through the ERP app

The latest research shows that after a disaster, as many as 50% of businesses close their doors permanently. Out of those that do survive, most of them had a disaster preparedness plan ready. When the unexpected happens, having a plan will save you and your staff the time spent trying to figure out what to do. You can begin the restoration process quickly and get back to business. Read on to see if your company would benefit from an emergency profile.

How a Disaster Could Affect Your Business

Your business could potentially experience interruptions caused by events such as:

• Storm damage
• Flooding
• Fire
  
  

While it's easy to think major damage couldn't happen to your facility, you need to be prepared for the unexpected. Even minor damage could potentially interrupt your work, costing you time and income.

How an Emergency Profile Will Help After a Disaster
Preparing a disaster profile now will ensure you're ready to handle interruptions as quickly as possible. You and your employees will know what to expect in advance and what to do first. The sooner you begin the mitigation process, the faster you can begin cleanup and restoration, which will help minimize damage.

What a Disaster Profile Contains
A SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile has details about your facility, like shutoff valves and priority areas, that may be critical in the initial phase of a disaster. It also contains the line of command for authorizing restoration work. Your local professional will be identified, giving you a nearby industry leader to take you through the mitigation and restoration process. The profile will also have a guide to help you get back into your building after a disaster, providing you an immediate plan of action to minimize lost work time. Your profile can be accessed through the ERP app.
Before a disaster occurs in N.C. State University, NC, it's best to be prepared with an emergency profile. Knowing what to do right away will save time and money in the long run and let you get back to work.