The global expansion of the coronavirus COVID-19 accelerated last week. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the US’ CDC have recommended preparations for the arrival of the coronavirus epidemic to most countries around the world. The question seems to be when rather than if it will happen.

There is no reason to panic, but people and companies – startups included – need to plan for the potential impacts of a pandemic. Here I recommend some actions that startups should take in this preparation.