Business Continuity Strategies for Bandtree
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.
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CBF |
Sub-CBF |
Sub-CBF code |
RTO |
Recovery Strategy |
Recovery Location |
Details of Recovery Strategy |
Justification for Selected Recovery Strategy |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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.
Implementing Business Continuity Management for Bandtree: A Practical Guide
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eBook 4: Consolidate and Report Your BCM Implementation |
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Recovery Strategies for CBF-1 to CBF-8 |
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