Tasmanian small businesses have a new digital resource designed to make emergency preparedness easier and more practical. The Emergency Ready Business tool, launched by the Tasmanian Government, offers a free way for owners to build continuity plans without the usual paperwork or confusion.
Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs, Guy Barnett, said the tool walks users through a step-by-step process to help identify risks and vulnerabilities unique to their operations. Once complete, it produces a tailored action plan to guide businesses in responding to unexpected events.
According to Barnett, the idea is to make planning simple, relevant and time-efficient. “We’re proud to have delivered this tool to help small businesses strengthen their resilience in the face of increasing risks. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we want to help them be ready for whatever challenges come their way,” he said.
He added that many local businesses have been caught off guard in recent years by emergencies ranging from natural disasters to supply disruptions. “This tool removes the complexity from continuity planning and helps businesses take proactive steps. Investing a small amount of time in planning now could save businesses stress and loss in the future,” Barnett said.
The tool was developed in partnership with Hobart-based design and technology studio Neon Jungle and co-funded by the Australian Government’s Natural Disaster Risk Reduction Grants Program.
Neon Jungle’s Design Director, Luke Morgan, said accessibility was front of mind during development. “We set out to remove the barriers that often make emergency planning seem too hard. The result is a practical tool that helps any business build a plan they can actually put into action,” he said.
The Emergency Ready Business tool is part of a broader effort by the Tasmanian Government to work with local industry in supporting small business resilience and preparedness. It’s free and available now to all Tasmanian businesses online.
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