Business continuity for contractors
Keep bids, billing, and payroll running through a lost laptop, failed server, or ransomware attack with a tested recovery plan built around your deadlines.
A contractor's deadlines do not move when technology fails. A bid is due at two o'clock, the pay application is due on the 25th, and payroll runs Friday. If the server holding estimates and drawings fails, or ransomware locks the accounting system, the cost is measured in lost bids and late payments.
We identify the systems the business cannot run without, set realistic recovery targets for each, close the gaps in backups and access, and test restores so the plan is proven. The plan also covers who does what and how the office keeps working while systems are down.
Things to keep in mind
- Keep critical credentials accessible to more than one trusted person.
- Store at least one backup copy offline or immutable.
- Test before peak bidding season.
How it works
List what cannot stop
Estimating, accounting, payroll, email, and project files are typical.
Set recovery targets
Decide how fast each must be back and how much data you can afford to lose.
Fix the gaps
Improve backups, access to credentials, and documentation.
Rehearse
Test restores and walk through the plan with the office team.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a continuity plan take?
Most small contractors can complete an initial plan in a focused engagement, followed by scheduled tests.
Do we need this if we use cloud software?
Yes. Cloud services can still lose access, accounts can be compromised, and local files often hold critical work.
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