Best practices for developing a business continuity strategy

Best practices for developing a business continuity strategy

SearchDisasterRecovery.com Editorial Staff

Following a disaster, getting your organization back in business isn't something you want to figure out on the fly. Use some of SearchDisasterRecovery.com's best tips to develop a business continuity strategy

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A comparison of today's business continuity standards

Business continuity standards can provide a clear and consistent framework for plan development and execution. While none of the BC standards are officially mandated in the U.S., it’s advisable to review the standards and determine how closely your business continuity/disaster recovery program aligns to them. 

Tailoring a disaster recovery program to your organization’s needs

Your firm's investment in its technology infrastructure and its ability to conduct business can be protected by a good business continuity and disaster recovery program. Take a look at our checklist on BC/DR planning to know what should be covered.

Enterprise risk management and business continuity primer

Enterprise risk management is about knowing the threats and vulnerabilities facing your organization, and can give you an edge on preparing a business continuity plan. 

This was first published in January 2012