Operational Resilience Audit

ORA-5000 Operational Resilience Audit Expert (ORAE) Training Roadmap

[Module 2] 

Description of Module (Day) 2 Course

Module 2 aims to provide the participants with an operational resilience framework that involves identifying essential business services, setting impact tolerances, and mapping and testing to respond to operational disruptions.

Participants will better understand the regulatory environment and what it means regarding operational resilience.  The key clauses of some of the regulations will also be discussed, especially on how to comply with these requirements.

Course Requirement to learn more about what is expected from you as a participant when attending Module 2.

Detailed Course Content

Deliverables

Participants should be able to understand the details of an audit application: the planning, preparation, deployment, and implementation of an audit assignment.

Course Content for BL-ORA-5

More Information About Blended Learning Operational Resilience Audit (ORA) Courses

BCM Institute offers two levels of OR auditing courses: ORA-3 Blended Learning ORA-300 Operational Resilience Audit Specialist and the ORA-5 Blended Learning ORA-5000 Operational Resilience Audit Expert.

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Operational Resilience Audit Questionnaires and Checklist

Plan Phase

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology:  The three phases are "Plan", "Implement", and "Sustain."  Each phase has five implementation stages.  

Click each phase's five stages to learn more about the detailed questions and how the checklist supports them.  Note that there is overlap for some of the stages in terms of content, as you will never be auditing all 15 stages concurrently during the maturity of the organisation OR program.

The rationale is that you, as a reviewer or auditor, will not be conducting the audit of review for all three phases together. Hence, the essential controls still need to be embedded in several stages.

Questionnaires and Checklist "Plan" Phase	Assess Capability and Maturity	Analyse Gap	Develop Strategy Roadmap	Confirm Risk Appetite	Develop and Embed Governance

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Operational Resilience Audit Questionnaires and Checklist

Implement Phase

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology:  The three phases are "Plan", "Implement", and "Sustain."  Each phase has five implementation stages.  

Click each phase's five stages to learn more about the detailed questions and how the checklist supports them.  Note that there is overlap for some of the stages in terms of content, as you will never be auditing all 15 stages concurrently during the maturity of the organisation OR program.

The rationale is that you, as a reviewer or auditor, will not be conducting the audit of review for all three phases together. Hence, the essential controls still need to be embedded in several stages.

Questionnaires and Checklist "Implement" Phase	Identify Critical Business Services	Map Processes and Resources	Set Impact Tolerance	Conduct Scenario Testing	Improve Lesson Learnt

Find out more about Blended Learning ORA-5000 [ORA-5] & ORA-300 [ORA-3]

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Operational Resilience Audit Questionnaires and Checklist

Sustain Phase

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology

Operational Resilience Planning Methodology:  The three phases are "Plan", "Implement", and "Sustain."  Each phase has five implementation stages.  

Click each phase's five stages to learn more about the detailed questions and how the checklist supports them.  Note that there is overlap for some of the stages in terms of content, as you will never be auditing all 15 stages concurrently during the maturity of the organisation OR program.

The rationale is that you, as a reviewer or auditor, will not be conducting the audit of review for all three phases together. Hence, the essential controls still need to be embedded in several stages.

Questionnaires and Checklist "Sustain" Phase	Introduce Cultural Change	Develop Communication Strategy	Implement Training and Awareness	Provide Self-assessment	Conduct Independent Quality Review

Find out more about Blended Learning ORA-5000 [ORA-5] & ORA-300 [ORA-3]

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Emerging Trends in Operational Resilience Auditing: A 2024 Report

Operational resilience has become a top priority for organizations across industries, prompting the rise of specialized auditing practices.

This report explores key emerging trends shaping the landscape of operational resilience auditing in 2024.

1. Increased Regulatory Scrutiny

Regulatory bodies worldwide are implementing stricter requirements for operational resilience, mandating regular audits and stress testing exercises. This drives demand for skilled auditors familiar with relevant regulatory frameworks.

2. Focus on Third-Party Risk Management

Modern businesses' interconnectedness amplifies third-party vulnerabilities' impact. Audits increasingly scrutinize third-party contracts, risk management procedures, and control environments to ensure supply chain resilience.

3. Integration with Cybersecurity Audits

The convergence of cyber and operational risks necessitates combined audits examining IT infrastructure, data security, and incident response capabilities alongside traditional operational resilience assessments.

4. Adoption of Technology-Assisted Auditing

Advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation are transforming how audits are conducted. These tools enable auditors to analyze vast datasets, identify hidden patterns, and streamline data collection, freeing time for deeper analysis and judgment.

5. Shift Towards Scenario-Based Testing

Static assessments give way to dynamic scenario-based testing that simulates real-world disruptions. This approach helps organizations refine their resilience plans and identify vulnerabilities under pressure.

6. Evolving Threat Landscape

Auditors must stay informed about emerging threats like climate change, geopolitical instability, and cyberattacks, continuously adapting their methodologies to address these dynamic risks.

7. Growing Demand for Skilled Professionals

The burgeoning field of operational resilience auditing creates a talent gap.

Training and certification programs are crucial to upskill existing professionals and attract new talent to meet the rising demand.

8. Emphasis on Business Continuity Management (BCM) Integration

Effective operational resilience relies on integrating resilience principles into existing BCM frameworks.

Auditors focus on ensuring BCM programs align with organizational objectives and address emerging threats.

9. Continuous Improvement and Learning

Operational resilience is an ongoing journey, not a destination.

Audits should emphasize the importance of continuous improvement, learning from incidents, and adapting resilience plans based on evolving threats and organizational changes.

10. International Collaboration and Harmonization

Harmonization across jurisdictions and industries is critical as regulations and best practices evolve.

International collaboration among regulators, auditors, and professional bodies is gaining momentum to facilitate knowledge sharing and consistent approaches.

By staying informed about these trends, audit professionals can adapt their practices, embrace new technologies, and contribute to building robust and adaptable operational resilience for organizations in the face of ever-changing risks.

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