contingency plan

What is a contingency plan?

In business continuity and risk management, a contingency plan is a process that prepares an organization to respond coherently to an unplanned event. The contingency plan can be also used as an alternative for action if expected results fail to materialize.  A contingency plan is sometimes referred to as "Plan B."

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Contingency and continuity planning

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Last updated on: Nov 13, 2008

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