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Continuity of Operations (COOP)
Continuity of Operations (COOP), as defined in the National Continuity Policy Implementation Plan (NCPIP) and the National Security Presidential Directive51/Homeland Security Presidential Directive20 (NSPD-51/HSPD-20), is an effort within individual executive departments and agencies to ensure that Primary Mission Essential Functions (PMEFs) continue to be performed
during a wide range of emergencies, including localized acts of nature, accidents and technological or attack-related emergencies.
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What is the Goal of Continuity?
The ultimate goal of continuity in the executive branch is the continuation of National Essential Functions (NEFs). In order to achieve that goal, the objective for organizations is to identify their Essential Functions (EFs) and ensure that those functions can be continued throughout, or resumed rapidly after, a disruption of normal activities. The Federal Government has an important partnership with other non-federal government entities and with private sector owners and operators who play integral roles in ensuring our homeland security.
PACE TULSA used these reference documents in presenting this forum:
Reference Documents:
FCD 1: Federal Executive Branch Continuity of Operations
FCD 2: Federal Executive Branch Mission Essential Functions and Primary Mission Essential Functions Identification Process
CGC 1: States, Territories, Tribal, and Local Government Jurisdictions and Private Sector
Organizations
NSPD-51/HSPD-20 – National Continuity Policy http://www.fema.gov/about/org/ncp/coop/planning.shtm
Topics Covered:
- Readiness & Preparedness
- Activation & Relocation
- Continuity Facility Operations
- Reconstitution
Continuity through Planning: Readiness & Preparedness; Activation & Relocation; Continuity Facility Operations; and Reconstitution
Continuity through Planning
In today’s world, continuity planning is more important than ever before. Businesses, organizations, and governments must be prepared to face a range of challenges, from natural disasters to cyber attacks, and everything in between.
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Continuity planning is the process of developing and implementing a set of procedures and protocols to ensure that an organization can continue to function in the event of a disruption. This article will explore the key components of continuity planning, including readiness and preparedness, activation and relocation, continuity facility operations, and reconstitution, and will provide specific examples of each.
Readiness and Preparedness
The first step in continuity planning is readiness and preparedness. This involves conducting a risk assessment to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities and then developing a plan to mitigate those risks. A comprehensive continuity plan should include procedures for emergency response, communication, and evacuation, as well as backup systems for critical infrastructure and data.
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For example, a business might conduct a risk assessment that identifies the potential for a power outage due to severe weather. The business would then develop a plan that includes procedures for notifying employees, activating backup generators, and relocating critical operations to an off-site location.
Activation and Relocation
The next phase of continuity planning is activation and relocation. This involves implementing the continuity plan in the event of a disruption. Depending on the nature of the disruption, this may involve activating emergency response teams, relocating personnel to an alternate site, or activating backup systems and infrastructure.
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For example, in the event of a cyber attack, a business might activate its incident response team to contain the attack and mitigate the damage. The business might also relocate critical personnel to an off-site location to ensure that operations can continue without interruption.
Continuity Facility Operations
Continuity facility operations are the procedures and protocols that are put in place to ensure that critical infrastructure and data can be maintained during a disruption. This includes backup power systems, redundant data storage, and alternative communication systems.
For example, a hospital might have backup generators and alternative communication systems in place to ensure that critical medical equipment and patient data can be maintained in the event of a power outage.
Reconstitution
Finally, reconstitution is the process of returning to normal operations after a disruption. This involves assessing the damage, repairing or replacing infrastructure and equipment, and restoring critical systems and data.
For example, after a natural disaster, a local government might assess the damage to roads and bridges, prioritize repairs, and allocate resources to restore critical infrastructure.
Continuity planning is essential :
Continuity planning is essential for businesses, organizations, and governments to ensure that they can continue to function in the event of a disruption. By following the key components of readiness and preparedness, activation and relocation, continuity facility operations, and reconstitution, organizations can be better prepared to face a range of potential threats and vulnerabilities. It is important for organizations to regularly review and update their continuity plans to ensure that they remain effective in the face of evolving threats.
Works Cited:
“Continuity Planning.” Federal Emergency Management Agency, 26 May 2020, http://www.fema.gov/continuity-planning.
“Continuity of Operations.” U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 22 Jan. 2021, http://www.dhs.gov/continuity-operations.
“Disaster Recovery Planning.” National Institute of Standards and Technology, 24 Apr. 2018, nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-34r1.pdf.
“Risk Assessment.” U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 15 Apr. 2021, http://www.dhs.gov/topic/risk-assessment.
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