Overview
ISO 22301 is the international standard for business continuity management systems, specifying how organizations plan for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents. It supports organizations of any size or sector seeking to protect critical operations and stakeholders during disruptions.
Key Requirements
- Business impact analysis and risk assessment
- Business continuity strategy and resource requirements
- Documented business continuity plans and response procedures
- Exercising, testing, and post-incident review processes
- Management review and continual improvement of the BCMS
Benefits
- Minimizes downtime and financial loss during disruptions
- Builds stakeholder and customer confidence in operational resilience
- Clarifies roles and responsibilities during a crisis
- Supports regulatory and contractual continuity obligations
How IASS Supports You
IASS carries out business impact analyses and gap assessments, then supports development of business continuity plans, exercises, and documentation aligned with ISO 22301. IASS also provides internal audit and lead auditor training to help teams sustain audit readiness and continual improvement.