This form will help you document essential business processes, the resources they depend upon, and the steps for recovery those processes in the event of a disruption. Combine this with your contact lists for essential personnel, suppliers, vendors, and business partners for a complete Business Continuity Plan.
Organizations operate within a network and if any part of that network stops functioning the whole thing has problems. Therefore, it is important to work together to ensure that all of your partners are able to function well after a disaster.
Succession planning is critical in disaster situations. Identify, in advance, who will be responsible for important decisions and assign at least one back up. For example, who can approve and/or access funds for emergency services or supplies if the individual who normally makes those decisions is unavailable.
