In short: The second edition of ISO 22301 streamlines business continuity requirements and makes them easier to integrate with other management systems.
ISO has published ISO 22301:2019, Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Requirements, replacing the 2012 edition.
Highlights
- Clearer, more concise requirements with less prescriptive wording
- Business continuity-specific requirements concentrated in the operational clause
- Better alignment with the high-level structure and other management system standards
- Updated terminology reflecting current resilience practice
Building resilience
Business impact analysis, risk assessment, continuity strategies, plans and exercising remain the core of an effective BCMS. Organizations should review their existing arrangements and update documentation and exercise programmes.
See the Certified Business Continuity and Resilience Manager (CBCM) certification.