Business Continuity Planning
/ˈbɪznəs kənˈtɪnjuɪti ˈplænɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which a business prepares for and ensures the continuation of critical operations during and after a disruptive event.
The company's business continuity planning enabled it to maintain operations after the cyberattack.
Forms
- business continuity planning
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Commentary
Business continuity planning is a proactive legal and organizational strategy increasingly integrated into compliance frameworks, emphasizing risk assessment and mitigation to ensure legal and operational resilience.
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