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Business continuity refers to an organization's ability to maintain essential functions and operations during and after a disruption or crisis. This includes events like natural disasters, cyberattacks, equipment failures, or any other incidents that can negatively impact normal business operations. The goal of business continuity planning is to ensure that an organization can continue to deliver its products or services, meet customer expectations, and protect its reputation even in the face of adversity.

Key components of business continuity include:

1. Risk Assessment:
   • Identify potential risks and threats to the organization's operations. This includes both internal and external factors that could disrupt business activities.
2. Business Impact Analysis (BIA):
   • Evaluate the potential impact of disruptions on critical business functions and processes. This involves assessing the financial, operational, and reputational consequences of downtime.
3. Business Continuity Planning (BCP):
   • Develop and implement strategies and plans to ensure that essential functions can continue or resume as quickly as possible following a disruption. This may involve creating backup systems, establishing alternate work locations, and defining communication protocols.