Everything CIOs need to know about IT business continuity plans

Perhaps no better reason currently exists for having a BC plan than the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s also just as important for companies an organization is working with, as BC plans demonstrate the organization’s commitment to protecting the business and keeping it operational, despite the potential for disruptive events.

From an audit perspective, BC plans are increasingly vital for performing audit controls. Internal and external auditors are more familiar with BC plans — and technology DR plans — than in previous years, so for CIOs, they must recognize the importance of these documents, even if they are not formally tasked with leading a BC plan initiative.

Experience has shown that enacting BC and DR plans increases the likelihood of an organization successfully recovering from a disruptive event and resuming operations. Simply knowing what to do in an emergency can greatly improve the organization’s chances of a successful recovery. This is especially true when responding to IT infrastructure disruptions.