An IT manager is putting together a documented plan describing how the organization will keep operating in the event of a global incident. Which of the following plans is the IT manager creating?
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Correct answer: Business continuity.
Why this is the answer
The IT manager is creating a business continuity plan (BCP). A BCP outlines how an organization will maintain essential business functions and operations during and after a major disruption, such as a global incident. It focuses on keeping the business running. Disaster recovery (DR) is a component of business continuity, specifically focusing on the recovery of IT systems and infrastructure after a disaster. While related, DR is more narrowly focused than the overarching BCP. Physical security deals with protecting physical assets and access, which is not the primary focus here. Change management is the process of controlling changes to systems and services, unrelated to incident response and continued operations.
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