Critical Infrastructure Guide

'According to the Congressional Budget Office, a severe pandemic might cost the U.S. economy more than $600 billion, or about 5 percent of the Gross Domestic Product.'

If you run a small or medium business, and/or are responsible for business continuity planning, grab a free download of the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Guide for Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources PDF, published by the US Department of Homeland Security.

To jump immediately to help with the initial Planning Phase, where you discover actions and supporting actions (as well as further issues to consider) for your business, head straight to section 5.6 COP-E Phases: Planning, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery on page 34. Download it here and print if you can. Every prudent business should keep a printed copy.