Why do all businesses and government operations need a business continuity plan?
Each organization is dependent on people, systems, equipment and facilities to perform their duties. Managers need to consider what risks they face if an event were to occur that disrupts their operation. This can be a natural disaster such as earthquakes, fire, flood, weather, water damage, smoke damage, chemical spills and other disruptions outside the control of the organization. Disruptions can also occur due to equipment breakdown, computer crash, software errors and bugs and facility damage. Q: What benefits will result from completing a BCP? 1) Protect the rights, health and safety of citizens. Some problems will be overlooked ignored, or work will not be completed on time if you do not plan in advance. 2) There will not be enough time or money to fix everything in the short term back to the original state. 3) Planning ahead helps to prevent a disruption. 4) Exercising the plan allows for a test in controlled conditions and trains staff. 5) The public need for services may be gr
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