Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery

There has been a lot of mention recently of having an effective Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Process.  In fact in the more recent  ISO 9001:2015 certification audits we have been involved in it has become more and more important.  But its not just something to help you pass an audit. Good business continuity planning can be the difference between your business recovering from a business critical event quickly and with out without loss or losing everything and struggling to get up and running.

We have created the following bullet points for areas to think about and include when disaster planning, this list isn’t exhaustive and different businesses different approaches and strategies but it a great place to start;

Key Contacts – Managers, Directors, Alarm Company, IT Company, Emergency Details

Detail Arrangements for each type of event, for example;

Access to Office is Restricted.

  • Remote working, back up of systems, emergency contacts, alternative location, client contact etc

Power Cut / loss of Utilities 

  • Back up power supply or generator, remote working,

The key to a successful Business Continuity Plan is to think of the main areas that might stop your organization from providing its products or services and how they will be mitigated.  We hope this is a helpful place to start and if you would like any more information please contact us here