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BCM Basics: the Difference Between Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

MHA Consulting

Defining BC and IT/DR Business continuity (BC) is informally used as an umbrella term encompassing both business continuity and IT disaster recovery. Sometimes the form business continuity management (BCM) is used. IT disaster recovery is commonly abbreviated IT/DR (the IT of course stands for information technology).

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Tips for Managing Third-Party Risk in Health Care

Reciprocity

Several device manufacturers provide remote support but don’t always follow good cybersecurity hygiene. A common mistake is granting device manufacturers VPN access with open elevated privileges. The program includes numerous activities that work together to strengthen their security posture. Vendor Due Diligence.

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Everything You Need to Know About Business Continuity Plans

Erwood Group

Business Continuity Plan Governance (sometimes omitted if in a Business Continuity Charter). Business Continuity Statement. Business Continuity Plan Introduction. Plan Activation. Business Continuity Planning Committee. Business Impact Analysis Key Findings. Critical Recovery Timelines.

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Business Continuity Guide for Smaller Organizations

Stratogrid Advisory

Regardless of the industry (non-profit organizations, professional services companies, manufacturing, public sector, etc.), The BCM program contains three distinct implementation phases; its activities are outlined in the table below. This is why Business Continuity Management (BCM) is a program and not a project.

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Business Continuity Guide for Smaller Organizations

Stratogrid Advisory

Business Continuity should be one of the top priorities for all organization leaders, and response plans should be implemented in organizations of all sizes. Regardless of the industry (non-profit organizations, professional services companies, manufacturing, public sector, etc.), 4 – Business Impact Analysis.