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Emergency plans for companies: Ensuring business continuity

Companies should draw up contingency plans in order to remain capable of acting despite a blackout. This includes measures to secure critical business processes and the supply of alternative energy sources. Home office concepts and digital backup strategies can help to continue operations.

Crisis management: communication with customers and authorities

Companies and institutions must ensure that they can also communicate with customers and authorities in the event of a crisis. Alternative means of communication such as satellite phones or radios are helpful. Transparent crisis communication strengthens trust and reduces panic.

Securing the IT infrastructure: data protection and cyber attacks in an emergency

A blackout can be accompanied by cyber attacks. Companies should rely on emergency servers, physical backups and secure network structures. VPNs and firewalls should be designed in such a way that they also offer protection during a power crisis.

Emergency planning for public administration: How does a city administration communicate with the population?

Authorities should develop strategies to inform citizens via alternative channels. Mobile loudspeakers, radio stations or emergency SMS systems are proven methods. Emergency centres can act as central points of contact.