Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 262

Which of the following is the MOST cost-effective way to test a business continuity plan?

Answer options

• A. Conduct a tabletop exercise
• B. Conduct interviews with key stakeholders
• C. Conduct a disaster recovery exercise
• D. Conduct a full functional exercise

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as a tabletop exercise is a low-cost and low-resource way to simulate a response to a business disruption without the need for extensive logistics. The other options, such as conducting a disaster recovery exercise or a full functional exercise, require more resources and funding, making them less cost-effective for testing a business continuity plan.