BCP(Business Continuity Plan)とは、企業が自然災害や大規模な停電、サイバー攻撃、パンデミックなどの予期せぬリスクに直面した際に、事業を中断させることなく、または中断した場合でも迅速に再開させるための計画を指します。別名としては、
- 災害対応計画(Disaster Response Plan)
- 緊急事態管理計画(Emergency Management Plan)
- 危機対応計画(Crisis Response Plan)
- 災害対策計画(Disaster Preparedness Plan)
- 非常事態対応計画（Contingency Plan)
等とも呼ばれます。
BCPは、事業の重要な機能を特定し、それらを維持するための手順や対応策を定めることが主な目的で、具体的にはリスク評価や被害予測を行い、それに基づいて復旧の優先順位や代替手段を設定します。また、従業員の安全確保や顧客対応、サプライチェーンの維持といった広範な課題にも対応。単なる文書にとどまらず、実践可能な形で定期的に訓練や見直しを行うことで、組織全体の危機対応能力を高める重要な要素となっています。
BCPはセキュリティマネジメント試験にも頻出のワードですが、普段はあまり目にすることがなく、緊急事態時に叫ばれる言葉です。南海トラフ巨大地震の危険性も指摘される中で、企業が事業継続するための施策、防御策を考えることはできていますか？ITにおける事業継続計画をしっかり立てておくことはとても大事です。データのバックアップだけでも、しっかりと摂っておくことを心掛けましょう。
A Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is a plan that enables businesses to continue operations without interruption or, in the case of disruptions, to quickly resume their activities when faced with unforeseen risks such as natural disasters, major power outages, cyberattacks, or pandemics. It is also known by other names, such as:
- Disaster Response Plan
- Emergency Management Plan
- Crisis Response Plan
- Disaster Preparedness Plan
- Contingency Plan
The primary purpose of a BCP is to identify critical business functions and establish procedures and countermeasures to maintain them. Specifically, it involves risk assessment and damage forecasting, setting recovery priorities, and planning alternative methods to resume operations. Additionally, it addresses broader challenges such as ensuring employee safety, managing customer communications, and maintaining supply chains.
A BCP is not just a document; it must be actionable and regularly tested, reviewed, and updated to enhance an organization’s ability to respond to crises effectively. It is a vital component of overall crisis management.
Although the term BCP is frequently encountered in security management exams, it is not often referenced in everyday situations. However, it becomes a critical focus during emergencies. With growing concerns about risks like the Nankai Trough megathrust earthquake, businesses must consider measures and defenses to ensure business continuity. Establishing a robust IT business continuity plan is particularly crucial. Even something as fundamental as regularly backing up data can make a significant difference in mitigating the impacts of potential crises.
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