ISO/IEC 27031:2011
Information technology - Security techniques - Guidelines for information and communication technology readiness for business continuity. Provides a framework of methods and processes for organizations to improve ICT readiness to support business operations during disruptions. Describes the concepts and principles of ICT readiness for business continuity (IRBC).
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Framework Domains (13)
Annexes: Supporting Guidance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-A | IRBC milestones during disruption |
| 27031-B | High availability embedded systems |
| 27031-C | Assessing failure scenarios |
| 27031-D | Developing performance criteria |
Clause 4-5: Overview and IRBC Concepts
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-4.1 | Overview of IRBC |
| 27031-4.2 | IRBC framework elements |
| 27031-5.1 | IRBC Policy |
| 27031-5.2 | ICT services and infrastructure scope |
Clause 6: IRBC Relationship to BCM
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-6.1 | Understanding the Organisation |
| 27031-6.2 | Business Impact Analysis for ICT |
| 27031-6.3 | Risk Assessment for ICT Continuity |
Clause 7: IRBC Planning and Objectives
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-7.1 | IRBC Strategy |
| 27031-7.2 | Resource Requirements |
| 27031-7.3 | Incident Response Structure |
Clause 8: IRBC Implementation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-8.1 | Exercising and Testing |
| 27031-8.2 | Maintaining IRBC |
| 27031-8.3 | IRBC plan documents |
| 27031-8.4 | Awareness, competency and training |
Clause 9: Monitor and Review
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-9.1 | Performance Measurement |
| 27031-9.2 | Internal Audit |
| 27031-9.3 | Management Review |
| 27031-9.4 | IRBC review and improvement |
Foundation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-5.1 | IRBC Policy |
Implement
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-10.3 | Communication During Incidents |
| 27031-7.3 | Incident Response Structure |
| 27031-7.4 | IRBC Plans |
| 27031-7.5 | Awareness and Training |
Improve
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-10.1 | Continual Improvement |
Monitor
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-9.1 | Performance Measurement |
| 27031-9.2 | Internal Audit |
| 27031-9.3 | Management Review |
Operate
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-8.1 | Exercising and Testing |
| 27031-8.2 | Maintaining IRBC |
Plan
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-6.1 | Understanding the Organisation |
| 27031-6.2 | Business Impact Analysis for ICT |
| 27031-6.3 | Risk Assessment for ICT Continuity |
Strategy
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27031-10.2 | Supplier Continuity Arrangements |
| 27031-7.1 | IRBC Strategy |
| 27031-7.2 | Resource Requirements |
Your Compliance Coverage
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CFTC System Safeguards (17 CFR 37, 38, 39, 49)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO/IEC 27031:2011?
ISO/IEC 27031:2011 is a compliance framework from International with 13 domains and 39 controls. Information technology - Security techniques - Guidelines for information and communication technology readiness for business continuity. Provides a framework of methods and processes for organizations to improve ICT readiness to support business operations during disruptions. Describes the concepts and principles of ICT readiness for business continuity (IRBC). It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does ISO/IEC 27031:2011 have?
ISO/IEC 27031:2011 has 39 controls organised across 13 domains. The largest domains are Annexes: Supporting Guidance (4 controls), Clause 4-5: Overview and IRBC Concepts (4 controls), Clause 8: IRBC Implementation (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does ISO/IEC 27031:2011 map to?
ISO/IEC 27031:2011 maps to 616 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are CFTC System Safeguards (17 CFR 37, 38, 39, 49) (30% coverage), Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) (30% coverage), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) Release 2024 (30% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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