In order to facilitate planning requirements, a record of all initiatives should be retained. These records serve to document the accomplishments, requirements, commitments and reports relating to various Plan requirements. The identification of commitments in the areas of compliance, emergency preparedness and training is vital. The establishment of a defined information management system structure will ensure that documentation will be available when needed. Senior management must be kept well informed.
Information is a corporate asset.
Information is expensive. It must be shared and managed effectively. Information management is also critical during a crisis. The need for active systems to provide information on materials, personnel, capability information on materials, personnel, capabilities and processes is essential. The Crisis Management Plan should be independently audited for quality assurance from an independent source who can certify the adequacy of the process.