Terrorism and Business Continuity - Is it blown out of proportion?

by S.A. Chapman

In this modernised and globalised era, Terrorism finds itself at the media forefront time and time again, due to the increased frequency and impact of terror-related incidents. Regardless of whether acts of terrorism affect public and private life, it is certain there will be some form of economic disruption.

This guide aims to provide a concise evaluation on the impact Terrorism has had and continued to have upon the Business Continuity (BC) community, and examines this concept pre and post ‘War on Terror’ (WOT).

To undertake a thorough evaluation of Terrorism’s impact on BC and for the sake of context, two key questions will be discussed:
• What is BC?
• What is the ‘War on Terror’?

To reach a conclusion, this guide aims to expound the correlations between BC concerns and the WOT, by analysing quantitative and anecdotal data and statistics of BC concerns, prior and after the declaration of the WOT, considering both the frequency and impact of both terror and non-terror related BC events.

Insurance, Insurability and relevant regulations related to these matters are discussed at length. Particular regard is given to insurance and insurability of the private sector after the WOT – with particular regard given to legislation related to the aforesaid.

AN OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS CONTINUITY section of this guide introduces the background and concepts of BC. CONCERNS RELATED TO BUSINESS CONTINUITY section introduces an overview of the various concerns related to BC. AN OVERVIEW OF TERRORISM section discusses the concept of Terrorism, utilising primarily legal definitions. AN OVERVIEW OF THE ‘WAR ON TERROR’ section discusses the WOT and its relative history, focusing primarily on the constitutional, statutory and legal changes to the BC environment. TERRORISM AND BUSINESS CONTINUITY section will discuss the WOT and Terrorism’s effects upon BC statistics. NON-TERRORISM RELATED BUSINESS CONTINUITY STATISTICS section discusses Non-Terrorism related BC statistics.

19 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2017

About the author

S.A. Chapman is the mastermind behind Epics of Existentia and the architect of the Strategic Procrastination and Stealthwork Model (SPASM)—a revolutionary framework that redefines productivity, workplace survival, and the fine art of looking busy while doing as little as possible. As both a world-builder and a workplace strategist, Chapman’s works seamlessly blend deep, immersive storytelling with biting corporate satire and philosophical deconstruction.

With books like The Hand That Cut the Stone, Acts of the Sojourner, and Acts of the Twin: Master and Ward, Chapman explores the vast realms of Existentia, where the clash of order and chaos mirrors the very real power struggles of the modern professional landscape. Meanwhile, SPASM exposes the hidden mechanics of career survival, providing readers with a tactical playbook for navigating corporate absurdities with cunning, strategy, and well-timed coffee breaks.

A lifelong student of mythology, history, and human behavior, Chapman crafts intricate narratives—whether through epic fantasy or satirical workplace philosophy—that challenge perceptions and redefine what it means to thrive in structured chaos. When not writing, he dissects corporate inefficiencies, workplace deception tactics, and the ways in which perception often outweighs competence in professional environments.

For those who seek grand adventures, intricate plots, and the ultimate guide to gaming both fictional worlds and the real world of work, S.A. Chapman delivers a journey unlike any other.