A business continuity plan (BCP) is a document that outlines how a business will continue to function during and after a major disruption.
Disasters can have a wide range of impacts on businesses, including power outages, natural disasters, pandemics, and terrorist attacks. A BCP is necessary in order to ensure that the business can resume operations as quickly as possible following a disruption.
A BCP should include detailed information on:
- How the company will operate in the event of a disaster
- The roles and responsibilities of employees during a disaster
- How data and information will be protected
- How communications will be maintained with customers, employees, and suppliers