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Business continuity case studies
Many businesses are already prepared for emergencies using business continuity management. The case studies below could help you to plan your strategy by showing you the approach adopted by similar organisations.
SCOPE
SCOPE is one of the biggest disability charities in the UK. This case study describes their approach to business continuity planning, and offers useful tips for other organisations about how to approach business continuity planning.
Morphy Richards
Morphy Richards is a major producer of household appliances in the UK. This case study describes the flooding experienced at their Mexborough site following heavy rainfall, and the business continuity arrangements which enabled the business to continue to run with minimal disruption.
The Wellcome Trust
The Wellcome Trust is an independent charity based in London funding research to improve human and animal health. This case study highlights the need for business continuity after a burst water main.
Sainsburys
Sainsburys is one of the largest supermarket chains in the UK. This case study describes the importance of their business continuity arrangements in coping with the Foot and Mouth disease epidemic in 2001.
Norwich Union (Aviva)
Norwich Union (now Aviva) is one of the UK's biggest insurance companies, with a particular focus on insurance for individuals and small businesses. This case study describes their current business continuity arrangements and the scenarios they plan for. It also describes how they managed a recent suspected ’white powder’ hazardous substance incident.
Additional links
Preparing for emergencies booklet
The booklet is available to download in a number of languages
Useful contacts
Websites and phone numbers to help you prepare for an emergency
