ISO 23301:2012 BCMS Standard released

ISO 22301 (Societal Security- Business Continuity Management Systems - Requirements) is released by ISO as international requirements standard for business continuity management, ISO 22301 specifies the requirements for setting up and managing an effective Business Continuity Management System for any organization, regardless of type or size.

Business continuity contributes to the development of a more resilient society. Organizations without an effective BCMS in place risk significant vulnerability and the resulting impact on their employees, customers and suppliers. ISO 22301 gives your organization access to the requirements of a BCMS that will enable your organization to prepare for disruptive incidents that might otherwise prevent you from achieving your objectives.

The standard can be used to assess an organization’s ability to meet its own continuity needs and obligations and establish a business continuity management policy that provides a framework for implementing effective business continuity arrangements.
The ISO 22301 specifies the requirements to:

Identify crucial risk factors already affecting your organization

Understand your organization’s needs and obligations

Establish implement and maintain your BCMS

Measure your organization’s overall capability to manage disruptive incidents
Guarantee conformity with stated business continuity policy

Protect your staff and your reputation: If disruption is not an option for your business, implementing ISO 22301 allows you to develop a best practice approach. The standard has been specifically designed to ensure continued business functionality during the most unexpected circumstances.

Source:BSI