[Sustain] [OR-P3-S2] Performing Gap Analysis

Performing Gap Analysis

Operational resilience is the ability of an organization to withstand, adapt to, and quickly recover from disruptive events.

To achieve this, it is important to assess the current state of the organization's operational resilience and identify any gaps or areas for improvement.

What is a Gap Analysis?

A gap analysis can be used to compare the current state to the desired state and to identify any gaps that need to be addressed.

We will discuss the detailed steps for performing a gap analysis to start the operational resilience program and the outcomes of each step.

What are the Steps to Performing a Gap Analysis?

Define Scope and Objectives	Step 1
Define the scope and objectives of the gap analysis. Determine what aspects of the organization's operations will be assessed, Determine what the desired outcomes of the analysis are to cover the operational resilience initiative
Important of this step
It is critical as it sets the foundation for the rest of the gap analysis exercise.
Outcome
A clear understanding of the scope and objectives of the gap analysis.

Identify Relevant Standards and Regulations	Step 2
Identify relevant standards and regulations that the organization must comply with. Identify regulations specific to the organization's industry.
Important of this step
It ensures that the organization's operational resilience program complies with relevant standards and regulations.
Outcome
A list of relevant standards and regulations.

Conduct a Risk Assessment	Step 3
Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to the organization's operations. Involves identifying potential disruptive events. Assessing the likelihood and impact of those events. Identifying any existing controls that mitigate those risks.
Important of this step
It helps to identify areas where the organization's operational resilience may be at risk.
Outcome
A list of potential threats and vulnerabilities to the organization's operations.

Perform a Gap Analysis	Step 4
Perform a gap analysis to identify any gaps between the current state of the organization's operational resilience and the future (desired) state. Involves comparing the risk assessment results to the organization's current policies, procedures, and controls to identify areas where improvements are needed.
Important of this step
It helps to identify specific areas where the organization's operational resilience needs to be strengthened.
Outcome
A list of gaps between the current state of the organization's operational resilience and the desired state.

Develop an Action Plan	Step 5
The final step is to develop an action plan to address the gaps identified in the gap analysis. Involves developing specific initiatives to improve the organization's operational resilience, assigning responsibility for each initiative/. Set timelines and milestones for completion.
Important of this step
It ensures the organization has a clear roadmap for improving its operational resilience.
Outcome
An action plan for improving the organization's operational resilience.

Conclusion ...

A gap analysis is critical in starting an operational resilience program.

By following the detailed steps outlined in this report, organizations can identify gaps in their operational resilience and develop a roadmap for improvement.

This helps ensure the organization is better prepared to withstand, adapt to, and recover from disruptive events.

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