[BCM] [BT] [E4] [R] [BCS] [P2] Recovery Strategies

Business Continuity Strategies for Bandtree

BCS Report [Part 2]

This section examines the development and selection of suitable recovery strategies for each Critical Business Function (CBF) and its associated sub-processes (Sub-CBF).

Only the CBFs with 1-hour to 8-hour RTO will be presented in this section.

Drawing on established best practices and aligned with BCM standards, such as ISO 22301, and guidance from BCM Institute guidance notes, this outlines how organisations can determine, document, and justify recovery approaches that are both practical and cost-effective.

Emphasis is placed on ensuring strategies are not only technically viable but also logistically executable during a crisis or disaster scenario.

This is a comprehensive table for CBF-1  to CBF-8 for Bandtree, incorporating RTO, recovery strategies, locations, details, and justifications based on BCM Institute’s guidance note.

Table BCS-P2: Business Continuity Strategies

CBF	Sub-CBF	Sub-CBF code	RTO	Recovery Strategy	Recovery Location	Details of Recovery Strategy	Justification for Selected Recovery Strategy
CBF-1	HSSE Compliance	1.5	4-Hour	Resume Work Process	On‑site	Manual HSSE audits using printed checklists and roving staff; log actions manually.	HSSE is safety-critical; manual compliance ensures adherence to legal and regulatory obligations.
CBF-1	Energy & Utilities Management	1.6	4-Hour	Provide Degraded Services	On‑site	Operate only essential systems (such as critical lighting and HVAC), and disable all non-essential loads.	Preserves energy and safety until full controls are restored, which is critical for occupant well-being.
CBF-2	Facility Maintenance and Engineering Services	2.1	8-Hour	Risk Reduction / Alternate site contracts	Off-site vendor facilities	Agreements with third-party maintenance vendors; pre-stocked parts at nearby depots	Ensures rapid restoration of systems; outsourcing reduces internal burden and provides specialised support, making it cost-effective.
CBF-2	Building Security and Surveillance	2.2	4-Hour	Risk Reduction / Redundant monitoring systems	On-site & cloud backup	Dual monitoring systems (local CCTV + cloud); contract with mobile patrol service	Immediate detection and response; cloud backup ensures continuity if on-site systems fail
CBF-2	Utilities Management	2.3	2-Hour	Risk Reduction / Backup utilities	Alternate utility provider site	Backup generators, UPS systems, dual-supplier electricity/gas provisions	Maintains critical power/water services; dual suppliers reduce single points of failure
CBF-2	Emergency Response and Incident Management	2.4	1-Hour	Crisis Response / Defined emergency procedures	On-site emergency command centre	Triggered response protocols, trained team, mobile response kits	Fast reaction is crucial for life/safety; predefined teams and protocols reduce confusion during incidents
CBF-6	ICT Infrastructure Management	6.1	8-Hour	Redundant Infrastructure	Secondary Data Centre	Use an existing co-located data centre with failover servers, network, and power supply.	Ensure minimal downtime and support critical systems for internal operations and client portals.
CBF-6	Data Backup & Recovery	6.4	6-Hour	Daily Incremental + Weekly Full Backup	Secondary Data Centre	Automated backup routines and real-time monitoring are accessible and regularly backed up to ensure continuity	are accessible and regularly backed up to ensure continuity
CBF-6	BCP & Crisis Management System	6.5	4-Hour	Emergency Messaging System	Cloud-based	Use a dedicated system for fast mass notification to staff during a crisis	Vital for coordinating response and ensuring personnel safety

Summing Up ...

Identifying and documenting the minimum resource requirements for each critical business function strengthens Bandtree’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively during a disaster.

By pre-defining the essential human, technological, and logistical inputs necessary at recovery sites, Bandtree ensures the resilience of its property and facilities management operations.

These resource allocations form the foundation for recovery planning and serve as a key reference for recovery teams during actual incidents.

Moving forward, these resource requirements will be periodically reviewed and updated to reflect changes in business operations, technology, and risk exposure, reinforcing Bandtree’s commitment to business continuity and national infrastructure stability.

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