Disaster, the category that strikes fear into the hearts of the brave, the bold, and the business-savvy. It's the kind of thing that you hope you never have to deal with, but if you do, you want to be prepared. Looking at the trends in this category, it's clear that there are a few key areas of concern. From natural disasters that wreak havoc on the environment, to economic downturns that have ripple effects throughout the industry, there are plenty of things that can go wrong. And the rise of social media platforms means that not only do we have to deal with disaster in the real world, but we also have to manage the fallout online. It's not all bleak, though—there are plenty of solutions out there, from community organization to hazard management. At the end of the day, being prepared for disaster means being proactive and staying ahead of the curve.