MHA Consulting

AUGUST 5, 2024

Managing an enterprise BCM program requires BCM Practitioners to address many program initiatives and tasks that must must seamlessly work together. I liken BCM programs to a watch with many moving parts; some critical and others not so critical to its operation and ability to provide accurate time. that take up their time.

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Castellan

APRIL 1, 2022

As a resilience management professional, why is it important to know where these two terms split? What is Business Continuity Management (BCM)? Both business continuity management and enterprise risk management focus on risk, so how are they different? What is Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)?

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MHA Consulting

JUNE 8, 2023

Most of these have had demonstrable impacts on the practice of business continuity management (BCM), rendering some traditional practices obsolete and ushering in new concerns and techniques. It’s interesting to look at BCM practices that have fallen into disuse or are no longer regarded as beneficial or sufficient.

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MHA Consulting

JULY 27, 2023

Related on MHA Consulting: Roll with the Changes: A New Generation Requires a New Approach to BCM It is comforting to think that if we master one set of marketable skills, we’ll be able to make a living from them for the rest of our careers; however, recent history shows that option is no longer available (if it ever was).

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Stratogrid Advisory

APRIL 12, 2020

Business Continuity Planning for Small and Medium-Sized Organizations Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic Reading Time: 4 minutes Readers note: Please check our recently published high-level Business Continuity Planning guide. Many of the organizations of this size (e.g.

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Stratogrid Advisory

APRIL 12, 2020

Business Continuity Planning for Small and Medium-Sized Organizations. Readers note: Please check our recently published high-level Business Continuity Planning guide. . have unique challenges not generally understood by larger Business Continuity Advisory firms. Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic.

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MHA Consulting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The very first thing every organization needs is a sound recovery strategy and plan. An Asset That Improves Resilience Documentation may not be the most critical aspect of a business continuity management program, but it plays an undeniable role in its success. But quality documentation is a close second.

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Stratogrid Advisory

MAY 11, 2020

Top reasons why Business Continuity Planning is ignored! The business is always busy, and because of this, it comes up with a myriad of justifications for ignoring Business Continuity Planning efforts. Top justifications why Business Continuity Plan is not implemented. Reading Time: 4 minutes.

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MHA Consulting

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The year 2022 saw the tapering off of the pandemic, the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, an ongoing wave of cyberattacks, continuing supply chain woes, and a renewed focus by organizations on identifying and protecting their most essential business processes. Read on to learn about the BCM year in review. A new focus on efficiency.

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Stratogrid Advisory

DECEMBER 14, 2019

BCM Trends for 2020! The Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) recently released its 4th Annual BCM Trends and Predictions Report , which provides predictions for resilience trends in 2019/2020. Business continuity planners must always be on the lookout for such trends to ensure that their plans stay effective over time.

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Virtual Corporation

JULY 19, 2021

In this session, Michael Beth , Host and BCM Practice Lead for Virtual Corporations Professional Services, shares some ideas on how to manage, grow and mature a BCM&DR program with limited funding and staff.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JANUARY 29, 2019

Not another BCM Program audit? Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic Reading Time: 4 minutes Another Business Continuity Management (BCM) Program audit. When to do an audit of your BCM Program A final consideration is a decision of when exactly an audit is appropriate.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JANUARY 29, 2019

Not another BCM Program audit? Another Business Continuity Management (BCM) Program audit. BCM Program Audits. Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery planning efforts do not have defined start and endpoints, and as such must be maintained and updated over time to be truly effective. BCM as a Service.

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Bernstein Crisis Management

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Let’s explore the significance of business continuity and its role in determining an organization’s resilience. Business Continuity: Beyond Just Planning Business continuity isn’t merely a contingency plan tucked away in a drawer; it’s an active, ongoing strategy.

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MHA Consulting

JANUARY 19, 2023

The rise in extreme weather has not affected the steps organizations must take to be resilient; however, it has altered the threat landscape for many, if not most, regions and organizations. Companies must ensure their threat assessments and plans reflect today’s weird new realities. What has changed about all that?

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MHA Consulting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

MHA Consulting, a proven leader in Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery Planning, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its longstanding partnership with a prominent not-for-profit healthcare system operating medical centers, critical access hospitals, and medical clinics in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska.

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MHA Consulting

MARCH 23, 2023

Collectively, these guidelines make up the FFIEC Business Continuity standard, whose purpose is to make sure the banks and other financial institutions that are required to follow it can continue to operate even if they are hit with a disruption. For this reason, it is often referred to as the Gold Standard of BCM standards.

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Stratogrid Advisory

MAY 21, 2020

Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic Reading Time: 4 minutes Organizational culture is an often-overlooked factor in the long-term viability of Business Continuity Management (BCM) Programs. So, what are some considerations when it comes to the integration of organizational culture and Business Continuity Planning efforts?

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Stratogrid Advisory

MAY 21, 2020

Organizational culture is an often-overlooked factor in the long-term viability of Business Continuity Management (BCM) Programs. Many organizations understand the importance of Business Continuity Planning processes, such as Risks Assessment or a Business Impact Analysis (BIA). BCM Program effectiveness.

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everbridge

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Disaster Recovery vs. Business Continuity Planning. While it may seem like a disaster recovery plan and a business continuity plan are the same, businesses must consider their differences. A successful business continuity plan must begin with the development of each smaller supporting facet.

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MHA Consulting

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Many organizations struggle with establishing a sound business continuity strategy, a foundational aspect of a strong BC program. Related on MHA Consulting: BCM Basics: Modern IT/DR Strategies The Benefits of a Sound Business Continuity Strategy A solid BC strategy is a fundamental component of a functional BC program.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JULY 6, 2019

Business Continuity is NOT a Data Backup Last Updated on May 31, 2020 by Alex Jankovic Reading Time: 5 minutes There is something that bothers many Management Consultants in the Business Continuity and Information Technology field. Business Continuity Planning process will uncover your critical business processes and functions.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JULY 6, 2019

There is something that bothers many Management Consultants in the Business Continuity and Information Technology field. Have you tried to search for the terms “Business Continuity” or “ Business Continuity Planning ” on Google or Bing search engines recently? Business Continuity is not a backup.

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everbridge

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Disaster Recovery Defined Andrew Hiles has a particularly good definition of disaster recovery in his book Business Continuity Management, Global Best Practices. The DR plan will lay out the steps for moving equipment, inventory, technology, people, and cyber infrastructure to the new facility while meeting the RTO.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JUNE 15, 2020

Last Updated on June 15, 2020 by Alex Jankovic Reading Time: 5 minutes In our previous articles , we outlined the reasons why the Business Continuity Management (BCM) Program is essential to your organization. The conclusion was that to be successful and effective, Business Continuity Planning must be an organization-wide activity.

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Stratogrid Advisory

JUNE 15, 2020

In our previous articles , we outlined the reasons why the Business Continuity Management (BCM) Program is essential to your organization. The conclusion was that to be successful and effective, Business Continuity Planning must be an organization-wide activity. Reading Time: 5 minutes. It’s happening everywhere!

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Virtual Corporation

APRIL 30, 2021

Throughout the pandemic, businesses across the globe have turned to their BCM plans in an effort to restore and maintain order, and five specific BCM tools have stood out above the rest and enabled them to press on in this unpredictable era.

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MHA Consulting

JUNE 15, 2023

It’s a practical, down-to-earth approach that focuses on small things, but it has the power to bring big gains to an organization’s resilience. Then we work with the client on devising a plan to mitigate those weaknesses—and do all we can to get them to follow through on the plan (otherwise, what’s the point?).

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MHA Consulting

JUNE 22, 2023

Business continuity professionals who want to make their organizations more resilient should make a conscious effort to become gap hunters. It’s a practical, down-to-earth approach that focuses on small things, but it has the power to bring big gains to an organization’s resilience,” he wrote. This is fine.

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Erwood Group

JANUARY 28, 2024

In times of crisis, a comprehensive business continuity plan ensures that every facet of the organization is resilient. Myth 2: Business Continuity Plans Are Only for Large Enterprises. Size doesn’t dictate the need for business continuity. Myth 4: Business Continuity is a One-Time Project.

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Stratogrid Advisory

APRIL 18, 2020

The Business Impact Analysis (BIA) is a cornerstone of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) Program. If not executed efficiently, the organization’s stakeholders could quickly lose interest, and the BIA results could not meet your BCM Program requirements. Business Continuity Management. BCM as a Service.

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Solutions Review

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Description: “Exercises are a mainstay in the field of emergency management and business continuity planning. If you are ready to strengthen your organization’s business continuity capabilities and create confidence that your work contributes to achieving the right level of operational resilience, start reading.

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IT Governance BC

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Business continuity management. BCM (business continuity management) is a form of risk management that deals with the threat of business activities or processes being interrupted. BCM can be applied to any form of disruption, including natural disasters such as flood and fire, and more modern threats like cyber attacks.

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MHA Consulting

JANUARY 18, 2024

Not planning for the loss of third-party suppliers. Many planners make overly optimistic assumptions about the resilience of vendors providing them with essential supplies and services, including SaaS solutions. Many companies mistakenly assume that if their staff is capable of working remotely, they don’t need a BC plan.

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KingsBridge BCP

MAY 12, 2023

S2E7 - Pathways to a Career in BCP Join Roswitha in her solo discussion of how ANY career/education path can lead you into the field of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) or Business Continuity Management (BCM). Business Continuity Planning (BCP) can be complete or it can be simple.

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MHA Consulting

MAY 4, 2023

In business continuity, there are around five to 10 measures that are commonly regarded as the key mitigation controls. These are the measures we can implement to reduce the risk at our organizations, increasing our resilience, and making us better prepared to deal with disruptions. Third-Party Supplier Risk Mitigation.

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IT Governance BC

JULY 30, 2024

Having a business continuity plan [BCP] is invaluable, but you can’t foresee every type of event. Back in 2020, most organisations hadn’t planned for a pandemic, for example. Find out what your critical suppliers’ business continuity plans are – how proactive are they about service availability? And if so, how?

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