Business Continuity Management
& IT Disaster Recovery

Business Continuity Management (BCM) is not just about reacting to an incident or a crisis, nor is it just a professional specialist discipline. BCM is now regarded as a corporate business activity that the business owns and drives and is applicable to all organisations. BCM can provide the strategic and operational framework to review the way it provides its products and services and increase its resilience to disruption interruption or loss. The key to recovery is time. The organisation which recovers in the shortest possible time will mitigate its losses to the optimum.

Anyone who tells you that your IT network is "100% secure" is greatly mistaken. IT Security is a constantly moving target, and unfortunately, this target is being manipulated by those whose sole aim is to cause you harm. BS25999-1/2 Code of Practice, the essential guide which establishes the principles, terminology and process of BCM has now been replaced (September 2012) by ISO-22301 this international standard now covers the activities and deliverables applicable in establishing a BCM process and Disaster Recovery best practice.

By the end of this program you will be able:

• To have the tools and knowledge required to conduct a threat and vulnerability assessment (Business Impact Analysis) for their organisation
• To identify and select cost-effective BCM strategies for critical functions, processes and IT Disaster Recovery systems
• To have a solid understanding of BCM & IT DR "Best Practices"
• To have the tools and knowledge required to plan and coordinate an effective Crisis Management structure and to conduct BCM & IT DR exercises
• To know how to maintain support and commitment for the Business Continuity & IT Disaster Recovery programme

This course is designed for all levels of management and business unit staff who are involved in or have been given the responsibility of business continuity planning and disaster recovery functions. It is also highly useful for internal and external auditors, IT and telecommunication managers, administrative and operational heads and others responsible for effective administration and preparedness. It is particularly suitable for individuals new to business continuity management or for planners who wish to improve their knowledge and skills to intermediate and advanced level.

The course content covers all 10 stages of the BCM Life Cycle, utilising lively discussion, case studies, relevant DVD material and group exercises. It is a practical, 'lessons learned' workshop which trains participants in "best practices" as well as "best principles" for BCM. Participants will leave with the knowledge and tools needed to develop an effective BCM & IT DR programme for their organisation.

Following completion of this unit, you will know:

• Learn how to initiate and manage your business continuity programme
• Full explanation of the 24 new international standards on IT Security including ISO-22301 (Sept 2012) which replaces BSI 25999 (Parts 1&2)
• Learn proven techniques to assess and reduce risk and impact
• Identify critical risks and analyse their impact
• Learn how to write effective business continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Examine real-life case studies & learn how to survive a crisis