[OR] eBook Bridging and Mastering Operational Resilience

BCM Professionals: Mastering Operational Resilience

This eBook bridges the gap between Business Continuity (BC) Management (BCM) and Operational Resilience (OR) for BCM professionals. It acknowledges their existing expertise and offers them the tools to champion and implement OR within their organisations.

It also explores how OR complements BC, clarifies the differences between OR and related concepts, and provides strategies to build a convincing business case for OR. It emphasises leveraging and adapting existing BCM frameworks for a holistic OR program.

Readers will also find practical guidance on identifying critical business services, conducting threat and vulnerability assessments, and implementing controls to mitigate risks.

In summary, it will highlight the importance of continuous monitoring, communication, and adaptation for building a truly resilient organization in the face of ever-changing threats.

Here is a potential outline for the eBook, focusing on the concerns of BC professionals:

Part 1: The Evolving Landscape

Chapter 1: Introduction to Operational Resilience

Defining OR and its key characteristics
Differentiating OR from BC, crisis management, and incident response
The growing importance of OR in today's business environment
Regulatory drivers for OR implementation (tailored to specific industries)

Chapter 2: Building the Case for OR

Addressing the concerns of BC professionals: Is OR replacing BC?
Demonstrating the value proposition of OR: Improved risk mitigation, cost savings, and brand reputation
Aligning OR with existing BC programs for a holistic approach

Chapter 3: Integrating OR with Business Continuity Management

Identifying synergies between BC and OR principles
Leveraging existing BC frameworks and processes for OR implementation
Adapting BC plans to incorporate more exhaustive OR considerations

Part 2: Building an Operational Resilience Program

Chapter 4: Operational Resilience Planning Methodology

Introducing the three pillars: Plan, Implement, and Sustain
Bridging the gap with business continuity management
Emphasising the growing importance of OR planning

Chapter 5: Charting the Course: The Plan Phase of OR Planning Methodology

Stage 1: Conducting an OR Maturity Assessment
Stage 2: Identify and Prioritize the Gaps
Stage 3: Developing an OR Strategy and Roadmap
Stage 4: Establishing a Defined Risk Appetite
Stage 5: Embedding OR within the Existing Governance Structure

Chapter 6: Putting the Plan into Action: The Implement Phase of OR

Stage 1: Understanding and Identifying the Critical Business Services (CBS)
Stage 2: Mapping the Processes and Resources that Support Each CBS
Stage 3: Setting Impact Tolerance for CBS
Stage 4: Testing the OR Program through Scenario Testing
Analyzing the Results, Identifying Lessons Learned, and Implementing Improvements

Chapter 7: Building Resilience Over Time: The Sustain Phase of OR

Stage 1: Fostering a Culture of Change
Stage 2: Developing a Clear Communication Strategy
Stage 3: Investing in Training and Awareness
Stage 4: Documenting Your OR Journey
Stage 5: Continuous Monitoring and Improvement

Summing Up ...

This eBook is designed to equip business continuity (BC) professionals with the knowledge and tools to champion and implement operational resilience (OR) within their organisations. Building upon their expertise in BC will bridge the gap and provide a comprehensive understanding of OR, its benefits, and its practical application.

By following this outline and incorporating the concerns of BC professionals, this eBook can be a valuable resource for navigating the world of operational resilience and creating a more resilient organisation.

More Information About Operational Resilience Course OR-5000 [OR-5] or OR-300 [OR-3]

To learn more about the course and schedule, click the buttons below for the OR-300 Operational Resilience Implementer [OR-3] course and the OR-5000 Operational Resilience Expert Implementer [OR-5] course.