{"id":2819,"date":"2025-05-07T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/?p=2819"},"modified":"2025-10-22T13:45:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T17:45:20","slug":"emergency-preparedness-how-to-stay-ready-when-it-matters-most","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/blog\/emergency-preparedness-how-to-stay-ready-when-it-matters-most\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Preparedness: How to Stay Ready When It Matters Most"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether it\u2019s an extreme weather event,<a> <\/a>a supply chain disruption, or an unexpected spike in demand, having a solid emergency preparedness plan can mean the difference between keeping your operation running &#8211; or grinding to a halt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to FEMA, around 25% of businesses never reopen after a major disaster. Companies that plan ahead are more likely to maintain continuity, serve their customers without interruption, and recover faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Areas to Consider in Emergency Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Storage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do you have a plan for where your assets will be stored if a hurricane or severe weather event approaches?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flooding, high winds, extreme temperatures, and debris can cause serious damage &#8211; secure storage can reduce downtime and protect critical equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify secure sites ahead of time. Trailers are a low-cost way to secure your assets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mobility &amp; Relocation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Can you move your assets quickly if needed?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A solid relocation strategy &#8211; including driver instructions, fuel access, and route planning &#8211; can prevent losses and ensure a smoother response.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan ahead to reduce delays and protect valuable cargo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Are your teams and drivers clear on who to contact and what steps to take if a storm hits?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Establish clear communication protocols and make sure emergency contact lists, internal alert systems, and backup communication methods are updated and accessible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Business Continuity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you considered how to maintain operations during or after a disaster?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Think about deploying reefer units for emergency cold storage or ramping up trailer availability in impacted areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your continuity plan should include operational support, equipment deployment, and recovery assistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Real-World Solutions: Storage &amp; Rapid Deployment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At TEN, we understand the logistics challenges that arise during emergencies &#8211; and we&#8217;re built to help companies stay ahead of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/ten-space\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1602\">TEN Space<\/a> offers flexible trailer storage for your company\u2019s needs. It\u2019s an everyday solution that becomes invaluable when disruptions strike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/ten-ready\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2733\">TEN Ready<\/a> is our rapid-response service that deploys trailers for emergency use &#8211; whether you need temporary refrigeration, workspace, or supply chain continuity during a crisis. We&#8217;re ready to roll when you need us most.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparedness isn\u2019t about predicting the future &#8211; it\u2019s about being ready for it. By planning ahead, you\u2019ll be positioned to respond quickly, minimize downtime, and protect your operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emergencies are unpredictable. Your response doesn&#8217;t have to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether it\u2019s an extreme weather event, a supply chain disruption, or an unexpected spike in demand, having a solid emergency preparedness plan can mean the difference between keeping your operation running &#8211; or grinding to a halt. According to FEMA, around 25% of businesses never reopen after a major disaster. Companies that plan ahead are more likely to maintain continuity, &#8230; <\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/blog\/emergency-preparedness-how-to-stay-ready-when-it-matters-most\/\" class=\"more-link\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":2848,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[24],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2819","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2819","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2819"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2819\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2848"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2819"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2819"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tenleasing.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2819"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}