Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 1358

Which of the following is the PRIMARY advantage of having a single integrated business continuity plan (BCP) rather than each business unit developing its own BCP?

Answer options

• A. It enables effective BCP maintenance and updates to reflect organizational changes.
• B. It provides assurance of timely business process response and effectiveness.
• C. It supports effective use of resources and provides reasonable confidence of recoverability.
• D. It decreases the risk of downtime and operational losses in the event of a disruption.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, emphasizes that a single BCP allows for better resource management and a higher level of confidence in recovery efforts. Options A and B focus on maintenance and response assurance, which are important but secondary to overall resource efficiency. Option D, while addressing risk reduction, does not encapsulate the broader advantages of resource utilization and recoverability provided by a unified plan.