Step 1: Reviewing Business Continuity Plans Understanding the Importance of Reviews First off, let’s talk about the importance of reviewing your business continuity plans. I’ve learned that a plan is only as good as its latest iteration. If your plan isn’t reviewed, it can become outdated pretty quickly, especially in today’s fast-paced business environment. When […]
Understanding the Business Environment Identifying Critical Functions When I first dove into business continuity planning, one of the biggest lightbulb moments for me was realizing how crucial it is to identify what functions are absolutely essential to keep the business ticking. Without pinpointing these critical areas, my whole plan would be a shot in the
Ensure Business Operations Continuity The Importance of Uninterrupted Operations From my experience, one of the primary goals of business continuity planning is ensuring that operations remain uninterrupted. No one likes being in a situation where business flow is jeopardized due to unforeseen events. Imagine a major storm knocking out power for days—without a solid continuity
Ensuring Organizational Resilience Understanding Resilience in Business Organizational resilience is one of those buzzwords you hear everywhere these days, but what does it actually mean? In my experience, it’s all about how well a business can adapt and bounce back from disruptions—be they natural disasters, cyberattacks, or other unexpected events. Having a strong foundation in