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Business Continuity Planning Checklist
Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis
Identify critical business functions and processes that are essential for operations.
Assess the potential risks and impacts associated with various disaster scenarios.
Prioritize business functions and processes based on their criticality and impact on operations.
Emergency Response and Operations
Develop and maintain an emergency response plan including evacuation, shelter, and communication strategies.
Train employees on emergency procedures and conduct regular drills to ensure preparedness.
Establish a command center to manage the response and maintain operations during a disruption.
Data Protection and IT Recovery
Implement data backup and recovery solutions to protect against data loss.
Ensure IT infrastructure can be restored quickly and efficiently after a disruption.
Regularly test backups and recovery procedures to confirm effectiveness and identify any issues.
Communication Plan
Create a communication strategy that outlines how to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers during a disruption.
Designate a spokesperson or team responsible for external communications.
Establish alternative communication methods in case traditional channels are unavailable.
Supply Chain Continuity
Identify key suppliers and backup sources for critical goods and services.
Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions, including alternative logistics strategies.
Regularly review and update supply chain continuity plans to adapt to changing circumstances.
Training and Awareness
Educate staff about the business continuity plan and their specific roles during an incident.
Conduct regular training sessions to reinforce knowledge and preparedness.
Incorporate business continuity into new employee onboarding processes.
Testing and Exercises
Conduct regular tests of the business continuity plan to evaluate its effectiveness.
Use various exercise scenarios to simulate different types of disruptions.
Review and update the business continuity plan based on lessons learned from tests and real incidents.
Plan Maintenance and Review
Schedule regular reviews of the business continuity plan to ensure it remains current and effective.
Incorporate changes in business operations, technology, and regulations into the plan.
Document any changes and communicate them to all relevant stakeholders.
