Mishandling a crisis can harm a company's reputation and customer retention.

Crises are inevitable for organisations, whether caused externally by viral negative reviews or internally by technical glitches. Businesses must prepare for such situations by creating a PR crisis management plan. Such a plan outlines actions a company will take when a crisis occurs, enabling effective responses and damage control.

The plan's core components include a crisis management checklist for immediate action, a response team contact list for coordination, designated communication channels for efficient information dissemination, and a crisis matrix identifying possible threats and appropriate responses.

Further, create a crisis management team comprising members from various departments to identify potential risks, plan responses, and finalise the document. Regular review and updates ensure its relevancy. A well-prepared PR crisis management plan can minimise reputation damage, enhance customer trust, and maintain an organisation's overall stability during turbulent times.

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