Workshops for businesses

Business continuity planning- free workshops for Canterbury businesses

When disruption hits, the businesses that recover the fastest are the ones that planned ahead. This three-hour, hands-on workshop is designed for New Zealand business owners and managers who want a practical approach to business continuity planning, built around real-world disruption, not hypothetical risk.

You’ll leave with the practical tools to assess your vulnerabilities, build a plan tailored to your business, and respond with confidence when disruption arrives. You’ll also receive practical resources and templates to help tailor continuity planning to your operations, industry, location and risk scenarios.

What you'll learn

• What business continuity planning is, why it matters and how to apply a BCP framework to your business
• How to identify your most vulnerable business areas and understand the real cost of disruption
• The importance of preparing across every part of your operation
• Response frameworks and scenario testing to help you act quickly
• How to maintain and approve your plan over time so it stays relevant and useful

Who should attend

This workshop is designed for businesses across New Zealand, in any industry, who want to build resilience and be better prepared for unexpected disruption.

• Small business owners
• Entrepreneurs
• Business managers and leadership teams
• Businesses experiencing growth, uncertainty, or change

Sessions are available both in-person and online, with multiple dates and times to suit your schedule.

Wherever your business is at, this will equip you with the practical tools and knowledge to face disruption with confidence and come out the other side stronger.

How are the workshops delivered?

The workshops are offered in-person or as an interactive online session, with a range of dates and times available.

Whether your business is navigating challenges or preparing for future opportunities, this workshop will provide practical insights to help you move forward with confidence.

Online workshops

Haven't got time to attend in-person? One of our online courses might be for you.