ISO 22301:2019

ISO 22301:2019 is intended to help organizations develop and implement a business continuity management system. This framework is designed for protection, preparation, response, and recovery when it comes to disruptions that may arise. These can include natural (or man-made) disasters, security breaches, and other emergencies that disrupt or threaten an organization's ability to conduct business.

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The requirements of ISO 22301:2019 can help businesses prepare for emergencies by implementing the following key activities:

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• Developing a business continuity strategy and plan

• Establishing business continuity procedures

• Providing context around business processes

• Gaining support from leadership

• Planning for disruptions and assessing resource needs

• Conducting performance evaluations

• Testing procedures and finding areas for improvement

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An established business continuity plan will ultimately help companies:

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• Identify and manage threats to the business

• Keep critical functions operational during an emergency

• Minimize downtime and improve recovery time

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As with all ISO standards, any organization can achieve ISO 22301:2019 certification regardless of their sector or size.