On the studies of the disaster recovery and the business continuity planning for private sector caused by Great East Japan earthquake

Abstract

Japan has been heavily damaged by Great East Japan Earthquake on this March. In this paper, we will report the damage on this earthquake. Particularly, this disaster is characterized by the enormous damage caused by a tsunami, and the extensive damage suffered by the fisheries and related industries due to their location close to the sea. This paper addresses the subject of how the fishing industry should be restored and rebuilt. We will discuss how to do the Business Continuity in Japan attacted by this disaster. © 2011 Springer-Verlag.