A Business Continuity Plan is a document outlining a framework for the whole organisation in response to an interruption.

There are a number of ways in which a business can produce an effective Business Continuity Plan, whether produced in-house, using external consultants or a combination of these. Each method and detail will depend upon the organisation's type and size.

Some issues to consider for inclusion in a Business Continuity Plan:

• Management of Interruption
• Activation
• Roles and responsibilities
• Critical business functions
• Accommodation and relocation
• Communications
• Salvage

The Business Continuity information pack provides guidance on how a Business Continuity Plan can be developed and the stages that may be involved.

For more information visit the Business Continuity Institute's website www.thebci.org.