Business Continuity Management

In our current tumultuous global climate, organisations require something far superior to mere plans; they need a cohesive, powerful strategy to manage risks and ensure continuity. The trifecta of the ISO 31000, the ISO 22301, and the Business Continuity Institute framework offer an almost unbeatable combination to create resilience. We say "almost unbeatable" because, as with most frameworks, the real power of this combination comes when you assemble the frameworks' tools and use them to your advantage.

'The Power of Integration with Imperium'

At Imperium, we deliver a comprehensive resilience strategy by integrating the best of ISO 31000, ISO 22301, and the BCI framework. This seamless combination transforms risk management and business continuity plans into actionable resilience programs.

 ISO 31000:2018  Risk Management — Guidelines


The foundation of effective risk management lies in ISO 31000. It offers a set of principles and processes to identify, analyse, and address risks. Its main strengths are:



  • Incorporating risk management into all of an organisation's processes and making it part of the organisational culture.
  • Adaptability: Making sure changes in the environment don't require a change in direction.
  • Coverage: Dealing with risks that span the strategic, operational, and financial realms.


Though the scope of ISO 31000 is large, it establishes the basis for more precise frameworks, such as ISO 22301, by illuminating the possible disturbances that could endanger vital functions.

ISO 22301:2019  Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Requirements

ISO 22301 is rooted in risk management. It provides a means for organisations to take a structured approach to not just recover but also sustain their operations during and after a significant disruption. Its key features are:



  • Business Impact Analysis (BIA): Identifying essential operations and their interrelations.
  • RTOs, or Recovery Time Objectives, deal with the setting of targets for getting back minimal services that might be necessary for the continuation of essential functions that just keep the world turning.
  • Strategies for Continuity: Creating solutions to provide operational resilience.


ISO 22301 closely aligns with the BCI framework and its BCM Lifecycle, providing a clear and understandable roadmap for converting risk insights into practical, effective business continuity plans.

Business Continuity Institute - Good Practice Guidelines (GPG)

The GPG offers comprehensive and carefully considered directions for business continuity practitioners who want to set up effective business continuity programs. Their BCM Lifecycle mirrors the stages in the ISO 22301 international standard and offers insightful distinctions among each of the BCM Lifecycle stages.

  • Analyze: Grasp the requirements of the organization and pinpoint vital tasks.
  • Develop continuity solutions that are designed to fit.
  • Execution: Through training and processes, convert strategies into actions.
  • Validation: Ensure plans are effective through testing and refinement.
  • Ongoing maintenance requires keeping plans up to date to address changing risks.


A fusion of the coherent strategy of ISO 22301 with the BCI framework enables a clear and direct route to a supremely effective business continuity management system.

Business Continuity Services

Risk Assessment & Business Impact Analysis

We identify potential threats and analyze their impact on your operations, providing a clear understanding of vulnerabilities and critical business functions.

Business Continuity Planning

Our experts develop tailored continuity plans that align with your organizational objectives and industry best practices, ensuring you can maintain essential functions during disruptions.

Crisis Management & Response

We establish robust crisis management frameworks, enabling your team to respond swiftly and effectively to incidents, minimizing downtime and operational losses.

Training & Awareness Programs

We offer comprehensive training sessions to equip your staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement and maintain business continuity strategies effectively.

Testing & Exercise

Through regular drills and simulations, we validate your continuity plans, ensuring they are practical and effective in real-world scenarios.

"Fortifying Operational Resilience."

"The integration of ISO 31000, ISO 22301, and the BCI Good Practice Guidelines forms a dynamic and interconnected framework, enabling organizations to proactively identify risks, design robust continuity strategies, and implement actionable plans. This synergy ensures continuous adaptation to evolving challenges, fostering resilience and sustainability across operational, strategic, and crisis management domains."

Imperium: Your Partner in Resilience.

As a trusted consultancy, we deliver tailored Business Continuity solutions to safeguard your operations and future-proof your organization. Contact us today to discuss how we can help you thrive in the face of uncertainty.

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