Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) — Question 659

Which of the following should be the MOST important consideration of business continuity management?

Answer options

• A. Ensuring human safety
• B. Securing critical information assets
• C. Ensuring the reliability of backup data
• D. Identifying critical business processes

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as the safety of individuals is paramount in any business continuity plan. While securing information assets, ensuring backup data reliability, and identifying business processes are important, they all come secondary to protecting human life during a crisis.