Business Continuity Plans
Our approach to developing Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and Incident Management Plans (IMPs) is heavily aligned with recognized best practice, namely ISO 22301, the International Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) Standard. Following the determination of your business continuity strategy, we can assist you in developing and implementing your BCP(s) and IMP(s). A range of plans are available, starting with the Incident Management Plan (IMP), which typically outlines the initial response activities following an unplanned disruption or event. More detailed Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) provide critical information for your organization to continue operations and recover from an incident.
Based on your Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and strategy discussions, we can advise on the most suitable plan(s) for your specific needs. We ensure that your plans are bespoke, practical, robust, and consistent, covering all required elements such as people, communication, roles & responsibilities, locations, and resources, while working closely with all your key functions and departments.
Developing clear and actionable business continuity plans is essential for organizational resilience.
Well-defined plans ensure a coordinated and effective response to disruptive events.
Consultants can provide interim support to lead or assist with the development of BCPs and IMPs, ensuring that plans are comprehensive, aligned with organizational goals, and readily usable during an incident.
Service Benefits
Comprehensive Business Continuity development services offering:
- Development of clear, practical, and robust Business Continuity Plans (BCPs).
- Creation of effective Incident Management Plans (IMPs) for immediate response to disruptions.
- Plans tailored to the specific needs and risks of the organization.
- Clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and communication protocols.
- Enhanced organizational capability to respond to and recover from disruptive events, minimizing impact.
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What is the difference between an Incident Management Plan (IMP) and a Business Continuity Plan (BCP)?
An Incident Management Plan (IMP) typically focuses on the immediate response to a disruptive event to contain and manage it, while a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) provides a more comprehensive framework for continuing critical business operations and recovering to a normal state after a disruption.
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What are the key components of an effective Business Continuity Plan?
Key components include clear objectives and scope, defined roles and responsibilities, incident response procedures, recovery strategies for critical business functions, communication plans, resource requirements, and procedures for plan maintenance and testing.
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How often should Business Continuity Plans be reviewed and updated?
Business Continuity Plans should be reviewed and updated at least annually, or whenever there are significant changes to the organization, its processes, technology, or the threat landscape. They should also be reviewed and updated following any actual incidents or exercises.