The purpose of a BCMS is to prepare for, provide and maintain controls and capabilities for managing an organization’s overall ability to continue to operate during disruptions. In achieving this, the organization is:

• Supporting its strategic objectives.
• Creating a competitive advantage.
• Protecting and enhancing its reputation and credibility.
• Contributing to organizational resilience.
• Reducing legal and financial exposure.
• Reducing direct and indirect costs of disruptions.
• Protecting life, property and the environment.
• Considering the expectations of interested parties.
• Providing confidence in the organization’s ability to succeed.
• Improving its capability to remain effective during disruptions.
• Demonstrating proactive control of risks effectively and efficiently.
• Addressing operational vulnerabilities.