Your annual business review isn’t just about setting goals—it’s also about stress-testing your business against what could go wrong. This guide walks you through creating a business backup plan, e.g. how to evaluate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and build a practical Plan B as part of your yearly planning process. Key Takeaways When most business owners sit down for their annual review, they focus on performance: revenue, traffic, customers, and growth goals. That’s understandable—but incomplete. A truly effective annual review also asks a harder question: “What almost broke my business this year—and what happens if it happens again?” That’s where your