Chris Davies: Taking a logical approach to Covid-19

Social distancing does not mean social isolation

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Chris Davies takes a logical look at the current coronavirus outbreak and says while advice firms need to employ a sensible and practical strategy there are tools available to ensure clients and employees live long and prosper

Having lived through severe acute respiratory syndrome - better known as Sars - in Hong Kong I seem to have a déjà vu feeling with Covid-19 and social distancing upon us as we move towards a period of uncertainty where the most basic of human instincts, connecting face to face to learn and explore collaboration may be curtailed for a number of weeks or even months. So, here are our thoughts on how to move forwards with composure, integrity and transparency. The world we operate in is full of risks and risk management is a pre-requisite now for firms to survive and thrive and showcase ...

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