Business Continuity Management (BCM) Advisory
What is Business Continuity Management (BCM) Advisory ?
Our Business Continuity Management (BCM) advisory services provide expert guidance to help your organisation prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptions. We offer customised strategies to identify critical functions, mitigate risks, and ensure operational resilience, allowing your business to maintain continuity and thrive under any circumstances.
These customised solutions align with the leading standards and best practices, as well as the law, in order to promote good governance and ensure maximum efficacy.
With more than 3 Decades of experience as Africa’s leading provider of business continuity services and the continent’s largest dedicated team of qualified and experienced resilience consultants, Resilient Innovations is ideally placed to provide services that span the resilience spectrum, from anticipation to preparation and response. Whether you’re looking for a bespoke solution or a quick health check, or anything in between, we are ideally placed to assist. Enquire Now
How do we approach Business Continuity Management (BCM) Advisory ?
STEP 1: BCM Policy Implementation
The journey to effective Business Continuity Management begins with the implementation of a BCM Policy. This policy establishes the framework and commitment of your organisation to manage and mitigate risks. It sets the tone from the top, ensuring that all employees understand the importance of continuity planning and their roles in the process.
STEP 2: Understanding the Organisation
The first phase is 'Understanding the Organisation'. This is where we get to know your business inside and out. We identify critical functions, processes, and resources that are essential for your operations. This understanding forms the foundation for developing an effective continuity plan.
STEP 3: Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
Next, we move on to the 'Business Impact Analysis', or BIA. In this phase, we assess the potential impacts of disruptions on your business. We look at factors like financial loss, reputational damage, and operational downtime. The goal is to prioritise your business functions and determine recovery objectives.
STEP 4: Risk Assessment
Then, we conduct a 'Risk Assessment'. Here, we identify and evaluate the risks that could affect your business. These risks could be anything from natural disasters to cyber-attacks. By understanding these risks, we can develop strategies to mitigate them.
STEP 5: Business Continuity Strategy
With the information from the BIA and Risk Assessment, we develop a 'Business Continuity Strategy'. This strategy outlines the actions and resources needed to keep your critical functions running during a disruption. It includes plans for communication, alternative workspaces, and backup systems.
STEP 6: Developing and Implementing Plans
Next, we focus on 'Developing and Implementing Plans'. This phase involves creating detailed plans and procedures for your continuity strategy. We ensure that everyone in your organisation knows their roles and responsibilities during a disruption. Training and regular exercises are key components of this phase.
STEP 7: Testing and Exercising
Once the plans are in place, it's time for 'Testing and Exercising'. Regular tests and exercises help ensure that your continuity plans are effective and up-to-date. We simulate different scenarios to identify any gaps and make necessary improvements.
STEP 8: Programme Management
The final step is 'Programme Management'. Business continuity is an ongoing process. We continuously monitor, review, and update your continuity plans to adapt to new risks and changes in your business environment. This ensures that your organisation remains resilient over time.