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ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer

Implementing Continuity of Business to Reduce Risk and Recover from ICT Event Disruptions

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Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
15 - 19 Jun 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
02 - 06 Nov 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

Business continuity planning is a critical capability for organisations to ensure operations continue in the event of unplanned disruptions affecting information and communication technologies (ICT). This training course focuses on implementing ISO/IEC 27031:2011, which provides guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving ICT readiness for business continuity. Participants will explore resilience, risk management, recovery strategies, and the relationship between ISO 27031 and broader business continuity requirements. The ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course empowers professionals to develop and lead continuity strategies that strengthen organisational resilience and recovery capability in the face of ICT-related disruptions.

Throughout the five days of learning, delegates will gain practical knowledge of business impact analysis, risk assessment, continuity requirements, monitoring, and continual improvement. Emphasis is placed on aligning ICT readiness planning with organisational objectives, improving risk understanding, and implementing best practices in continuity management. The ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course equips professionals with the insight and tools needed to lead continuity planning and contribute to sustainable operational resilience.

Skills & Competencies

From this ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • ICT continuity planning proficiency
  • Business impact analysis capability
  • Risk assessment and mitigation skills
  • Continuity strategy implementation
  • Monitoring and improvement expertise
  • Alignment of ICT readiness with business objectives

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand the implementation of a Business Continuity Management System aligned with ISO 27031.
  • Gain comprehensive understanding of ICT continuity concepts and requirements.
  • Analyse and prioritise continuity risks for informed decision-making.
  • Develop and present business impact analysis summaries.
  • Implement monitoring, review, and continual improvement processes for continuity.

How You Will Learn

Learning unfolds through structured presentations, guided discussions, practical exercises, and real-life examples. Participants analyse continuity frameworks, work through risk assessment and business impact scenarios, and apply ISO 27031 principles to enhance organisational readiness. Emphasis is placed on translating knowledge into actionable continuity plans that strengthen resilience and contribute to operational stability.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals responsible for continuity planning, IT resilience, risk management, and ICT performance optimisation.

This ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • ICT managers and technicians
  • Information technology managers
  • Risk assessment and analysis personnel
  • Network engineers and managers
  • Managers, supervisors, and executives tasked with continuity capability
  • IT service and resilience specialists
Course Outline
Day 1

Introduction to ICT Continuity

This day introduces the fundamentals of ICT continuity and its role in organisational business continuity planning. Participants explore key concepts, disaster recovery, and resilience foundations. The topics covered will include:  

  • Why do we need ICT Continuity in the organization?
  • What is Information and communications technology (ICT) Continuity
  • Understanding Disaster recovery
  • Relationship with Business continuity
  • The concept of performance and resilience
Day 2

Introduction to ISO 27031

This day focuses on the principles, elements, and organisational context of ISO 27031, including the Plan-Do-Check-Act model and management responsibilities. The topics covered will include:   

  • The role of ICT Readiness for Business Continuity (IRBC) in BCM
  • The Principles of the standard 
  • The Elements of the standard
  • Outcomes and organizational Benefits
  • Establishing the context of the standard
  • Plan, Do, Check and Act
  • Management Responsibility and accountability
Day 3

Understanding ICT Requirements for BCM

This day covers business impact analysis for ICT continuity, critical process identification, and summary presentation techniques. The topics covered will include:   

  • What is Business Impact Analysis (BIA)?
  • BIA for ICT Continuity
  • How to conduct BIA for your organization
  • Critical’ process concept
  • Understanding concepts of MTPD, (Maximum Tolerable Period of Disruption), RTO (recovery time objective) and RPO (recovery time objective) 
  • Presenting the BIA Summary
Day 4

Risk Assessment

This day emphasises identifying continuity risks and executing quantitative risk assessment processes with treatment options. The topics covered will include:  

  • What is risk?
  • Identification of continuity risks
  • Risk assessment process
  • Quantitative risks assessment
  • Determining choices for risk treatment
Day 5

Monitor, Review and Improvements for ISO 27031

This day focuses on maintaining and improving ICT readiness, including audits, reviews, measurements, and corrective/preventive actions for continual improvement. The topics covered will include:   

  • Maintaining ICT Readiness for Business Continuity (IRBC)
  • IRBC Internal Audit
  • Management Review
  • Measurements
  • Continual Improvement
  • Corrective action
  • Preventive action
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Delivering this training course in-house enables organisations to integrate ISO/IEC 27031 continuity principles with internal risk strategies and ICT resilience objectives. Customisation ensures that continuity planning frameworks and readiness practices are developed in direct response to organisational challenges, risk profiles, and sector-specific requirements.

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Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this ISO/IEC 27031:2011 - Lead Implementer training course:

  • Stronger ICT continuity and resilience capability
  • Improved risk analysis and mitigation proficiency
  • Enhanced organisational preparedness for disruptions
  • Alignment of continuity planning with business objectives
  • Increased leadership in continuity strategy implementation
  • Sustainable operational resilience for critical systems
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