We have compiled a list of seven practical tips for sole traders and businesses with just a few employees. These small, straightforward actions can help your business become more resilient if the unexpected happens. See how many of these tips you have already covered, and what you can start implementing today.

1. Make a list of what your business cannot operate without
   Write down the three things that are essential for your business to stay operational. This could be electricity, internet access, a business system, or a specific supplier. Knowing your critical dependencies makes it easier to prioritize the right measures.
   
   
2. Invest in backup power if your business depends on electricity
   Do you run a shop, workshop, cold storage facility, or another business that grinds to a halt during a power outage? Consider investing in a generator or another backup power solution. Backup power is a practical way to strengthen your business resilience. Don't forget to keep fuel available for the generator as well.
   
   
3. Keep a small stock of critical supplies
   Think about which materials or products your business absolutely needs to continue operating. Keep a small inventory of these items instead of relying entirely on daily deliveries.
   
   
4. Print out important phone numbers
   Create a paper list with contact details for employees, suppliers, customers, and key authorities. If mobile networks or IT systems fail, you will still have access to this important information.
   
   
5. Back up your most important business files offline
   Regularly copy financial records, customer databases, and other important documents to an external hard drive that is not connected to the internet. This reduces the risk of losing everything in the event of a cyberattack.
   
   
6. Enable multi-factor authentication
   Turn on multi-factor authentication for email, banking services, and other important accounts. It is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. If you have employees, make sure they do the same.
   
   
7. Buy a battery-powered radio
   Make sure your business can receive important public information even during power and internet outages. A battery-powered, hand-crank, or solar-powered radio is a simple way to stay informed when other communication channels are unavailable.