What guidance is available on contingency planning and continuity of operations?
A. NIST Special Publication 800-12 “An Introduction to Computer Security: The NIST Handbook,” Chapter 11 contains high-level guidance on contingency planning. NIST is currently updating FIPS PUB 81, “Guidelines for ADP Contingency Planning.” For an outline of the sections contained in a continuity of operations (COOP) plan, see the agency practice: “Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
