Use the following survey to assess your organization’s current level of business continuity preparedness. For each statement, circle the score from 1 to 5 that you believe best reflects what is in place today, 1 being the lowest score, 5 being the highest score (1 = nothing currently in place; 5 = fully implemented). Note: If you do not know whether something exists, for purposes of this assessment, it does not.
Section 1 Score:__________
Section 2. Supply Chain Business Continuity |
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All supply chain business units are fully included in the business continuity planning process. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
At least one representative of the supply chain business units is a member of the business continuity planning group. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Existing plans include business continuity procedures and strategies for supply chain business units. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Supplier business continuity capability is included in our procurement selection process. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
We review and document our supply chain risks and threats on an annual basis. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Our department maintains an up-to-date list of contact information for all suppliers, contractors, and shippers. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
A list of key people and qualified alternates for each key person needed for critical business functions is maintained. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
A list of critical suppliers and an alternate for each is maintained and updated at least twice annually. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Section 2 Score:__________
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Our building is equipped with life safety systems including emergency lighting, a fire suppression system, fire extinguishers, and a fire alarm system. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
We have trained employee Emergency Response Teams who assist and help evacuate employees and others when an emergency or disaster occurs. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Our organization maintains and regularly inventories and updates emergency supplies and equipment. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
We have physical security measures in place that include building access controls. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Section 3 Score:__________
Section 4. Training and Awareness |
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Employee orientation and refresher training in life safety and security procedures (e.g., evacuation, bomb threats, medical emergencies) is conducted regularly. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
All employees are familiar with our emergency contact procedures. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Employee orientation and refresher training is conducted in business continuity procedures. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
We have an established schedule of business continuity training, tests, and exercises. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Section 4 Score:__________
Section 5. Business Continuity—Your Perspective |
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I am confident that our company is adequately prepared to handle unplanned business interruptions. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
I am aware of what my role is should the company experience a disaster. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
I have received sufficient business continuity training. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
I have read the business continuity plan. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
I keep a current list of company emergency contact numbers with me at all times. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
Section 5 Score:__________
Add up the scores for each section. Transfer the score from each section. Then add the section totals for an overall total score.
1. Business Continuity Program |
______/50 |
2. Supply Chain Business Continuity |
______/40 |
3. Security, Facilities, and Life Safety Systems |
______/20 |
4. Training and Awareness |
______/20 |
5. Business Continuity—Your Perspective |
______/25 |
TOTAL OVERALL SCORE |
_____/ 155 |
Interpreting Your Score
155 |
Outstanding. Continue to maintain and update the program regularly. |
125–154 |
Excellent job. Identify the areas needing further enhancement; continue updates and testing and training. Strive to embed business continuity in the organization’s culture. |
95–124 |
A good start. Note sections with lowest scores; concentrate efforts there. |
65–94 |
Considerable improvement is needed. Choose two or three items as first steps. Attempt to gain greater executive support for the program. |
0–64 |
There is a great deal of work to be done. Get started now. Develop a comprehensive project plan; involve people from all areas of the organization. Find an executive sponsor for the project. |
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