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CISM · Question #187

Which of the following should be done FIRST when developing a business continuity plan (BCP)?

The correct answer is B. Define the organizational strategy. The first step when developing a business continuity plan (BCP) is to define the organizational strategy. This ensures that the BCP aligns with the overall business objectives and provides a clear direction for recovery efforts in the event of a disruption.

Submitted by weili_xi· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Governance

Question

Which of the following should be done FIRST when developing a business continuity plan (BCP)?

Options

  • AReview current recovery policies.
  • BDefine the organizational strategy.
  • CReview existing cyber insurance coverage.
  • DPrioritize the critical processes.

How the community answered

(30 responses)
  • B
    93% (28)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    3% (1)

Explanation

The first step when developing a business continuity plan (BCP) is to define the organizational strategy. This ensures that the BCP aligns with the overall business objectives and provides a clear direction for recovery efforts in the event of a disruption.

Topics

#Business Continuity Planning (BCP)#Organizational Strategy#BCP Development#Governance Alignment

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