What Is A Business Continuity Policy?
Search Disaster Recovery, Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
A business continuity policy is the set of standards and guidelines an organization enforces to ensure resilience and proper risk management. Business continuity policies vary by organization and industry and require periodic updates as technologies evolve and business risks change.
The goal of a business continuity policy is to document what is needed to keep an organization operational during both ordinary business days and emergencies. A well-defined policy helps companies set realistic expectations for business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) processes. Additionally, these policies provide a structured approach to identifying and addressing vulnerabilities.
A business continuity policy is typically developed in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, including frameworks from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the British Standards Institution (BSI) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).