At the start of 2005, the need for businesses to build resilience in the face of potential disasters is all too apparent. The recent tsunami in south-east Asia, and closer to home the flooding in Carlisle, have been a devastating reminder of the unpredictable risks of disruption from natural forces, while the threat of terrorism is never far from the news.

The Confederation of British Industry is working with the Chartered Management Institute and Continuity Forum to carry out a survey on Business Continuity Management and business resilience.

This survey will provide us with insights into the levels of business continuity awareness and practice across London’s businesses and explore the key causes and impact of recent business disruptions.

The findings will be used to offer improved BCM advice and service to you. The result of the survey will be released ahead of Business Continuity Awareness Week (14-19 March 2005).

Your contribution to this research would be greatly appreciated as we seek to engage wider audiences in the debate about business continuity.

Please contribute to this survey by clicking HERE!

If you have any questions or if you need further information contact us directly on +44 (0) 208 993 1599 or via email at research@Continuityforum.org

This collaboration between the Institute, CBI, Business Links, the Continuity Forum and others will provide the most extensive coverage for any research programme ever into BCM.

The information contributed to this project will only be used by the Continuity Forum, CMI, CBI and others to increase the understanding of BCM issues and raise the profile of Business Continuity through our combined channels and shared with various Government Departments to assist further National Development and support for BCM.

This combination of partners and methodologies means this is the largest and most representative survey ever undertaken,

All replies are in complete confidence and no company specific details will be shared with any third party,

The Continuity Forum has various membership categories tailored to suit your organisations needs and for further information on these please contact Ann Sharp directly on +44 (0) 208 993 1599 or via email at membership@Continuityforum.org

The Continuity Forum and the Chartered Management Institute are particularly grateful for the support of Veritas who have enabled the continuance of this vital Industry resource. For more information visit the Veritas website HERE!