Join the IIA Oklahoma City Chapter for an engaging and timely session led by Jonathan Boyett, Senior Advisor in Internal Audit and a recognized leader in information technology risk, data privacy, and business resilience.
Many organizations treat disaster recovery (DR) as synonymous with business continuity (BC), assuming that restoring systems equates to restoring operations. This presentation challenges that misconception and explains why disaster recovery is only one component of an effective business continuity strategy.
True resilience begins with a rigorous Business Impact Assessment (BIA) and risk analysis to identify critical business processes, dependencies, and acceptable disruption thresholds. Without this foundation, recovery efforts may prioritize technology that does not meaningfully enable the business to function. The session also examines how remote and hybrid working models have reshaped continuity assumptions around people, facilities, and third‑party reliance, requiring continuity plans to extend well beyond traditional site‑based recovery.
Finally, the presentation explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance continuity planning and response through faster impact analysis, scenario modeling, and decision support—helping organizations reduce operational, financial, and reputational impact when disruptions occur.