Briscoe defines essential functions as those which enable "agencies to provide vital services, exercise civil authority, maintain the safety and well-being of the general populace, and sustain the industrial/economic base in an emergency." p.9-10

Review the submission steps identified in Federal Continuity Directive 2; choose and identify a federal or state level agency; conduct research on their principle roles and responsibilities and determine their Mission Essential Functions. (These are not the same as missions performed during times of non-emergency; rather they apply to continuity of essential missions). You do not have to demonstrate use of the Business Process Analysis or supporting worksheets.

For this posting, submit a mock letter of approval request to your Interagency Board (IAB).