1. Risk Assessment & Management:
An assessment of the organization's risks and vulnerabilities, as well as strategies for reducing or eliminating those risks.
2. Business Impact Analysis:
Evaluation of how potential disruptions to operations will affect business objectives and services.
3. Planning & Documentation:
Development of plans and documents that clearly define roles, responsibilities, and processes in the event of a disruption or disaster.
4. Training & Awareness:
Educating personnel about the importance of continuity management and their roles in it.
5. Exercising & Testing:
Execution of simulations to identify weaknesses in existing plans and procedures, ensuring all stakeholders are familiar with their roles during an emergency.
6. Maintenance & Improvement:
Regular reviews and updates to continuity plans and documents based on changing business needs, as well as the implementation of measures taken in response to reviews.
7. Incident Response:
Establishing procedures for responding quickly and effectively to incidents that could potentially disrupt operations.
8. Resource Management:
Ensuring that all necessary resources are available during a disruption, such as personnel, IT systems, physical equipment, etc.
9. Communication & Reporting:
Developing strategies for informing internal and external stakeholders about the status of the organization during an emergency or recovery period.
10. Compliance Monitoring:
Ongoing review of existing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards related to business continuity.
