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ISO 22301 Certification

ISO 22301 as the international benchmark for business continuity management systems specifies the requirements to implement, manage, and improve a BCMS. It is important to note that the extent to which these requirements will be implemented will depend on the operating environment and complexity of the organization. The new edition of ISO 22301 published in 2019 replaces the first edition which was published in 2012. ISO 22301 details the requirements for implementing, creating, and maintaining a business continuity plan (BCP), a business continuity management system (BCMS), and other related legal and organizational regulations.

What is ISO 22301?

ISO 22301 is related with Business Continuity Management System it has been developed to guide businesses in identifying potential threats to a company’s critical business functions and to build effective backup systems and processes to safeguard the interests of stakeholders. It specifies the requirements to plan, implement, monitor, review and improve a company’s business continuity management system, thereby minimising the impact of disruptions. ISO 22301 is an international framework and benchmark that has been developed to guide businesses in identifying potential threats to a company’s critical business functions and to build effective backup systems and processes to safeguard the interests of stakeholders. It specifies the requirements to plan, implement, monitor, review and For organisations that wish to manage their overall business risks, Business Continuity Management System is the necessary action that capable to plan for and respond to recover when disruptive incidents emerge. This standard applies to any organisations especially for those that operate high-risk environment such as IT, finance, emergency services, oil and gas and utility operators.
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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ISO 22301

Implementing a business continuity management system (BCMS) can help your organisation prepare, respond and recover from disruptions when they arise. A BCMS certified to the ISO 22301 standard is applicable to all organisations, regardless of size, type and nature. To gain an overview of the benefits and how LRQA can support your organisation download our datasheet. Here are the benefits of ISO 22301:- Identify and manage current and future threats to your business. Minimise downtime during incidents and improve recovery time. Keep critical functions up and running during times of crisis. Meeting legal and regulatory requirements. Give confidence to customers. Enhance the reputation of your organisation. Minimise the impact of incidents and losses.

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The Certification Journey

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Certification Achieved

Certification Achieved Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

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Certification Review & Decision

The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made

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Recommendation for Certification

At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended

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Stage Two

The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.

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Stage One

The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to Stage 2.

Certification Achieved

Certification Achieved Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

Certification Review & Decision

The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made

Recommendation for Certification

At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended

Stage Two

The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.

Stage One

The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to Stage 2.

ISO 22301 FAQ's

The standard requires organizations to conduct risk assessments, identify critical activities, perform business impact analyses, and develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure continuity of operations.

The key components of a BCMS include risk assessment, business impact analysis, development of business continuity strategies and plans, implementation of controls, exercising and testing, and continual improvement based on lessons learned.

Yes, ISO 22301 certification demonstrates to stakeholders, customers, and partners that an organization has implemented internationally recognized best practices for business continuity management, enhancing trust and credibility.

The standard emphasizes the importance of effective communication strategies, including internal and external communication plans, to ensure timely and accurate information dissemination during crises or disruptions.

Yes, ISO 22301 is designed to be scalable and adaptable to organizations of any size or industry, enabling them to tailor their business continuity management system to meet their specific needs and requirements.

ISO 22301 certification is not indefinite and requires regular audits to maintain certification. Certifications can be revoked if an organization fails to comply with the standard's requirements during audits or if the BCMS is not effectively maintained. Certification typically needs to be renewed through regular surveillance audits.

ISO 22301 helps organizations recover from disruptions by providing a framework for identifying critical processes, developing response and recovery plans, conducting exercises to test preparedness, and continuously improving the BCMS based on lessons learned.

ISO 22301 shares a high-level struc - ture (identical core text, terms and definitions) with other ISO man - agement system standards such ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environment). This framework is designed to facilitate the integration of new management topics into an organization’s established manage - ment processes.

ISO 22301 provides formal business continuity guidelines that will keep businesses operational during and following a disruption. It seeks to minimise the impact to products and services, ensuring they are still capable of being delivered or recovered promptly. The standard is applicable for companies of all sizes across any industry, particularly global companies operating in high risk or complex environments where the ability to function without delay is of paramount importance.

Both ISO 27001 and ISO 22301 are used for creating and implementing protective strategies in a business environment. However, the difference between them is that ISO 27001 focuses on protecting a business against cyber threats, and ISO 22301 is on ensuring that a business will still operate, regardless of threats, including cyber ones.