CSA Z1600-08 Standard Available
Written by Phil on December 18, 2008 in Standards.
This is the first edition of CSA Z1600 and is available for purchase from IT Governance. This new (Autumn 2008) Canadian standard outlines the requirements for a comprehensive emergency management and business continuity program.
The goal of this Standard is to establish the elements of a continuous improvement process. The aim of which is to develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate emergency management and business continuity programs that address the functions of prevention and mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
This Standard establishes a common set of criteria for emergency management and business continuity programs. It is applicable to public, not-for-profit, and private entities of any size or description.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Outlines the requirements for a comprehensive emergency management and business continuity program. Providing essential generic advice and guidance on this business-critical topic.
- The advice and guidance in this standard is applicable in public, not-for-profit, and private entities of any size or description.
- Topics covered in this standard include: programme management, planning, implementation, evaluation, and management review.
