Business Interruption

 Definition(s):

Any event, whether anticipated (i.e., public service strike) or unanticipated (i.e., blackout), which disrupts the normal course of business operations at an organization’s location.

 Source: BCI/DRJ

Business interruption is an insurance coverage that provides financial protection for businesses in the event of a disaster or other unexpected event that causes a loss of income. It compensates businesses for lost profits and continuing expenses during the period of interruption.