An audit assesses the client's ability to maintain a normal level of business in the event of crises or disasters. Risks are assessed, vulnerability to various threats is identified and compliance with appropriate standards checked. Additionally, information assets can be identified and valued to provide an overall picture of the client's Business Continuity needs.

Key activities include business impact analysis, risk assessment of current business processes and projects and determination of an organisation's current state of “preparedness”. Audits are not restricted to a client's use of technology. Depending on requirements, the following can also be included: supplier risk, customer facing processes, risk to third parties and risk mitigation. An audit will typically cover:

•   policy
•   management
•   plans
•   testing

Please see our Auditing service sheet for a complete description.