Why Is It So “Darn” Hard to Engage an IT Organization in BC Efforts?

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Why Is It So “Darn” Hard to Engage an IT Organization in BC Efforts?

The conclusion is that IT is too reluctant to engage in BCM activities, very slow to react and deliver, and typically a cause of delayed business continuity planning engagements. However, business continuity planning is an organization-wide activity. It must include an internal or outsourced IT organization to be effective. This coordinated and integrated approach will ensure that an organization is ready for the unexpected and that the IT organization can meet its requirements.

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