ISO/IEC 27031: The Missing Link Between ICT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Unofficially, it answers one brutal question: When a cyber-attack, power failure, or hardware meltdown occurs, can your ICT systems be restored before your business processes become unsustainable?
Most organizations have a backup. Many have a disaster recovery plan. But few possess true . ISO/IEC 27031: The Missing Link Between ICT Disaster
is the definitive international standard providing guidelines for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) readiness for business continuity . Often referred to as the "ICT Readiness for Business Continuity" (IRBC) standard, it ensures that an organization’s digital infrastructure is prepared to withstand, respond to, and recover from disruptions that could jeopardize critical business functions. Understanding ISO/IEC 27031:2025
ISO/IEC 27031 defines six essential components required for effective ICT readiness: ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Information technology But few possess true
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To implement ISO/IEC 27031, organizations should: or hardware meltdown occurs
: It applies to any organization—private, governmental, or non-governmental—regardless of size. The Core Pillars of ICT Readiness (IRBC)
By following these best practices and implementing ISO/IEC 27031, organizations can ensure their ICT systems are resilient and ready to support business continuity, minimizing the impact of disruptions and ensuring long-term success.
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