ASSESSMENT 2 Q1 Develop Business Continuity Plans

QUESTION 1: Business continuity management framework

A. Purpose of the business continuity management framework (The purpose of the business continuity management framework is to ensure that businesses can continue to operate during and after a disruptive event.) (Within 80-100 words)

B. Organizational expectation and objectives related to business continuity plan. (To ensure business continuity and organizational success, setting clear expectations and objectives is essential.) (Within 100-120 words)

C. Business continuity approach as per the business continuity policies and procedures. (By adhering to the existing business continuity policies and procedures, companies can guarantee a seamless continuation of operations.) (Within 100-120 words)

D. Resources required. (To develop the plan, it's essential to have access to the correct resources and tools.) (Within 120-150 words)

E. Relevant stakeholders in the business continuity planning and their accountabilities (Companies who are actively involved in business continuity planning have specific responsibilities that require attention and accountability.) (Within 100-120 words)

F. Three (3) sources of disruption to the organizations priorities, operations and environment and their impact. (Disruption has the potential to negatively affect an organizations operations, culture and overarching goals.) (Within 100-120 words)

G. Organisations emergency response, continuity and recovery strategies:

1) Continuity strategies (Within 80-100 words)

2) Recovery strategies (Within 40-60 words)

3) Emergency strategies (Within 40-60 words)

H. Organisations critical business functions (Within 80-100 words)

I. Dependencies and interdependencies of organisations business functions. (Within 20-40 words)

J. List three (3) risk and disruption scenarios

Unlocking the digital potential of businesses across Australia, Online Media Solutions is a Melbourne-based design, development and marketing firm. With cutting-edge strategies coupled with attention to detail, we create effective online campaigns that drive success. We venture into the web services industry to offer exclusive and top-notch web services to small businesses and institutions. We strive to provide innovative solutions that will give our clients a competitive edge on the market. You are working as Operation Manager in Online Media Solutions. The CEO of the organisation wants you to work within the business continuity framework to develop and implement business continuity plans for an organisation to manage risk and ensure business resilience when faced with a disruptive event. Considering the business operations, the following are the major risks and disruptions that the management of the 'Online Media Solutions' has identified: - IT system failures - Data compromise due to cyber-attack or breaches - Maintain critical business functions in case of natural, technological, and man-made incidents - Employee injury in case of emergency To ensure a successful assessment task completion, it is imperative that you read through the entire case study, strategies and related policies and procedures from the link given below