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ISO 22301 Business Continuity: scope guide

Before applying for ISO 22301 Business Continuity, record the reason for the request, relevant activities or products, sites and target market. Check who is responsible for the application and which requirements actually apply.

Editorial review completePrimary-source basedUpdated: September 5, 2026

Technical focus

Prepare critical activities for disruption through impact analysis, continuity plans and exercises.

Scope and checkpoints

  • Business impact analysis
  • Disruption scenarios
  • Continuity exercises

Records and evidence

  • Critical activity and dependency lists
  • Continuity and recovery plans
  • Exercise results and improvement actions

Preparation

Prepare your critical services, dependencies and previous disruption records.

Describe your approach to continuity exercises.

Confirm the application boundary

Before applying for ISO 22301 Business Continuity, record the reason for the request, relevant activities or products, sites and target market. Check who is responsible for the application and which requirements actually apply.

Connect evidence to assessment

Each record should identify its owner, date and the product, process or site it covers. Agree how documents, practical implementation and any required testing will be reviewed, and how findings lead to a decision under the applicable programme.

Plan a realistic timetable

Allow for evidence preparation, site availability, tests and correction of findings. A reliable schedule and offer depend on the confirmed scope and readiness; distinguish preparatory work from external assessment and decision dates.

Updated

A sound start verifies the real activity and applicable requirements before the service name.

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