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The ability of an organisation to implement controls and maintain appropriate capabilities to ensure compliance with the law and the continued operation of the business at times of disruption. This is a forward planning process, essentially a back-up plan, which is essential if the viability of an organisation is to be maintained if serious negative disruptions occurred, such as the main building or office being burnt down, senior employees were incapacitated, or security systems were breached.

There are International Standards for business continuity, including:
• ISO 22301 Security and resilience ¯ Business continuity management systems ¯ Requirements.
• ISO 22330 Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Guidelines for people aspects of business continuity.
• ISO 22331 Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Guidelines for business continuity strategy.