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Getting the most from a BCP test and exercise budget in tough financial times

In the face of economic austerity, stagnant growth, and other pressing financial challenges, organizations might be tempted to divert resources from their Business Continuity Plan (BCP) testing and exercises to other perceived priorities. Yet, as readers of this blog are well aware, BCP exercises and testing are integral to the very core of a business’s …

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Establishing Aims and Objectives for Effective Business Continuity Exercise Planning

Before creating scenarios for business continuity exercises, it’s essential to set clear goals with input from stakeholders. These goals should match the overall Business Continuity Management (BCM) strategy and improve team skills. They should also consider existing abilities and address known issues. Here’s a simple guide to creating practical and achievable goals: In short, successful …

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A Guide to Identifying Scenarios for Effective Contingency Planning and Crisis Exercises.

Prevention is better than dealing with problems later. Crisis management teams should anticipate potential crises instead of facing unexpected situations. This prepares the organization and makes them stronger. To identify potential hazards, workshops and practice drills can help. But where do you find these crisis scenarios? Finding Crisis Scenarios for Plans and Drills First, the …

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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Your Crisis and Incident Procedures

A key question arises in crisis management: Do your plans really work, and how do you know? This is more than just an academic question; it’s something I’ve faced myself. I’ve been through crises like market crashes and economic troubles, learning lessons from them. Organizations need to practice their plans regularly. But real tests happen …

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