- Definition of Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
- Importance of BCP for resilience and minimizing disruptions
- Key components: risk assessment, impact analysis, recovery strategies, communication plans
- Identifying potential risks: cyber threats, natural disasters, financial crises, supply chain disruptions
- Business Impact Analysis (BIA) for assessing operational risks
- Legal and compliance requirements related to BCP
- Leadership’s role in driving and supporting BCP
- Employee involvement in business continuity efforts
- Crisis communication for effective response during disruptions
- Developing response and recovery strategies for quick resumption of operations
- Testing and mock preparations to ensure plan effectiveness
- Technology and data protection: backups, cybersecurity, remote work contingencies
- Building a culture of preparedness within the organization
- Adapting BCP to evolving threats and business changes
- Continual improvement through post-incident reviews and ongoing training