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CISM · Question #157

Which of the following is MOST likely to require an organization to update its business continuity plan (BCP)?

The correct answer is D. Major changes in the business operating environment. A major change in the business operating environment is the most likely factor to necessitate an update to an organization's business continuity plan (BCP). This ensures the plan remains relevant and effective given new operational realities.

Submitted by carter_n· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Program Development and Management

Question

Which of the following is MOST likely to require an organization to update its business continuity plan (BCP)?

Options

  • ASuccessful BCP testing results
  • BIncreases in information security risk trends
  • CMultiple changes in organizational leadership
  • DMajor changes in the business operating environment

How the community answered

(27 responses)
  • A
    4% (1)
  • C
    7% (2)
  • D
    89% (24)

Why each option

A major change in the business operating environment is the most likely factor to necessitate an update to an organization's business continuity plan (BCP). This ensures the plan remains relevant and effective given new operational realities.

ASuccessful BCP testing results

Successful BCP testing results confirm the plan's effectiveness, which would typically validate the current plan rather than necessitate a fundamental update.

BIncreases in information security risk trends

Increases in information security risk trends might trigger updates to security policies or incident response plans, but not necessarily the entire BCP unless they lead to a major change in the business operating environment itself.

CMultiple changes in organizational leadership

While changes in organizational leadership might lead to policy shifts, they do not inherently alter the fundamental business processes, critical systems, or recovery requirements that form the core of a BCP.

DMajor changes in the business operating environmentCorrect

Major changes in the business operating environment, such as new products or services, acquisition of new systems, significant changes in infrastructure, or shifts in regulatory requirements, directly impact the critical assets, processes, and dependencies that a BCP covers. Such changes require a review and update to ensure the plan remains relevant and effective for business resilience.

Concept tested: Business Continuity Plan (BCP) maintenance triggers

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/compliance/business-continuity-management?view=o365-worldwide

Topics

#Business Continuity Plan (BCP)#BCP Maintenance#Organizational Resilience#Change Management

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