By Pat Ingelse, Assistant Vice President, PMP

Even though Mother Nature seems a bit fickle this year, spring truly is around the corner. And since it’s the season for heavy storms, it’s a good idea to start thinking about your action plans for work and home in the event of inclement weather. Here are a few helpful reminders:

• As part of Business Continuity Awareness, you have been asked to review during a staff meeting what to do if severe weather occurs. Make sure you know where to go, how to assist customers, and what to do with important documents and cash drawers.

• Now is also the time to make sure your family knows evacuation procedures at home. Do a walk-through with them, so that everyone is clear and on the same page.

• Be sure to have RPX Notification phone number (866-646-7421) set up in your cell phone with a unique ringtone — that way, you will immediately recognize it. Whether it’s a test or a genuine emergency, be sure to answer the call and respond accordingly.

• Finally, make sure your contact information is up to date within UltiPro. Remember: If your cell and home numbers are the same, that number must be entered in both fields. This is uploaded into the automated notification system daily. If it becomes necessary to activate it, it is important that we have your most current contact information.

With luck, we’ll stay emergency-free this season. Here is to a safe and warm spring!