Dallas College is committed to the safety and protection of its employees,
students, operations and facilities. The college has critical operations that
must be performed and efficiently resumed during and after a business
interruption.
Dallas College uses business continuity planning to outline how the college
will continue performing essential functions during a business interruption.
By planning for operations under such conditions, we can better mitigate the
impact of an incident on our community, our facilities and our mission.
Dallas College will continue essential functions during a business
interruption to:
- Deliver academic programs
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Sustain the safety and welfare of college students, employees, visitors, and
the community
- Maintain critical business, finance, and infrastructure operations
- Preserve critical data
Message from the Chief Business Continuity Officer
Vanessa Lewis
Welcome to the Dallas College Business Continuity website. As the chief
business continuity officer, I am honored to lead our efforts in ensuring the
resilience, preparedness and safety of our institution.
At Dallas College, we understand the critical importance of both business
continuity and emergency management. Our mission is to safeguard the
well-being of our students, staff and faculty by maintaining seamless
operations and effectively managing emergencies. Whether it's a natural
disaster, a cyberattack, or any other disruption, our goal is to be ready and
responsive.
We have made significant strides in enhancing initiatives, strengthening our
ability to respond effectively to emergencies and minimizing their impact on
our community. Our emergency management efforts are a key component of our
overall strategy. Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement and staying
ahead of potential threats.
Looking ahead, we are committed to further improving our systems and
processes. Our future goals include expanding our training programs, enhancing
our communication strategies, and continuously evaluating and updating our
continuity and emergency management plans. We are dedicated to fostering a
culture of preparedness and resilience across the college.
To achieve these goals, we need the active engagement and support of our
entire Dallas College community. I encourage faculty, staff and students to
stay informed, participate in training sessions and provide feedback on our
initiatives. Your involvement is essential to our success and helps ensure the
safety and continuity of our institution.
Together, we can create a safer and more resilient Dallas College. If you have
any questions or would like to get involved, please do not hesitate to reach
out to me directly.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our shared mission.
Sincerely,
Vanessa Lewis
Chief Business Continuity Officer
Dallas College
VLewis@DallasCollege.edu
214-685-5979