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Kick-Start Your Business Continuity Lesson

Introduction: The Resilience Challenge

Welcome to today's lesson on Business Continuity! To set the stage for our discussion, let's start with an engaging activity that illustrates the importance of resilience in business operations.

Icebreaker Activity: "The Domino Effect"

Objective:

To emphasise how a single disruption can cause a ripple effect throughout an organisation, showcasing the need for effective business continuity planning.

Materials Needed:

• A set of 10 small dominoes per group (you can use any similar objects if dominoes are not available).
• A large, open space for each group to set up their dominoes.

Instructions:

1. Group Formation: Divide the class into small groups of 4-5 participants.

2. Setup: Each group will line up their dominoes in a row, about an inch apart, creating a domino chain.

3. Scenario:

   • Each group is given a scenario where a disruption occurs. You can present scenarios such as a sudden increase in demand, supply chain disruption, loss of key personnel, or IT failure.
   • Each group must identify and discuss how this disruption affects their domino chain. For example, if they lose a key supplier, will it cause their dominoes to topple or remain standing?

4. Testing the Theory:

   • Once each group has discussed their scenario, they will initiate their domino chain reaction by toppling the first domino.
   • Observe how the chain reaction unfolds, noting whether all dominoes fall or if some remain standing. Ask groups to reflect on what prevented some dominoes from falling.

Discussion: Drawing Connections

After the activity, gather everyone for a group discussion. Consider the following questions:

• How did your scenario affect your domino chain?
• What preventive measures could have been put in place to avoid the disruption?
• How does the domino effect reflect real-world business operations?

Conclusion

This engaging start not only warms up the class but also lays a solid foundation for delving deeper into the intricacies of business continuity planning. As we move on, keep in mind the connections you've drawn from today’s activity to the vital strategies for ensuring your business remains resilient in the face of challenges.

Transition

Now that we've visualised the impact of disruptions, let’s explore the core components of a robust business continuity plan and how we can create one tailored to our organisation's needs.

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This engaging introduction not only sets the tone for an interactive lesson but also fosters critical thinking and teamwork among adult learners, making them more prepared to engage with the important topic of business continuity.