A tailored course, built for your situation
Faster path from ISO 22301 policy intent to working business continuity artefact
Turn planning into proof in half the time with repeatable implementation patterns
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Stalled continuity plans that never translate into operational readiness
The situation this course is for
Teams draft policies but fail to convert them into tested, living documents. The gap between intent and proof delays audits, weakens resilience posture, and leaves critical systems exposed during disruptions.
Who this is for
Operations-focused practitioner responsible for system uptime, compliance execution, and continuity planning within a regulated cloud or hosting environment
Who this is not for
Executives seeking board-level summaries, consultants selling ISO 22301 programs, or auditors validating compliance without implementation experience
What you walk away with
- Produce a complete ISO 22301 Statement of Applicability in under two weeks
- Run validated business continuity test scenarios aligned to actual system dependencies
- Document recovery procedures that pass internal and external review on first submission
- Reuse modular templates across services to cut planning cycles by 60%
- Confidently demonstrate compliance during auditor interviews with artefacts on hand
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Mapping ISO 22301 clauses to live system operations
Translate each control requirement into actionable steps for Linux-based environments. Focus on uptime, failover, and recovery time objectives.
12 chapters in this module
- Clause context for operations teams
- Identifying critical systems under A.5
- Service continuity vs redundancy
- Mapping A.6 controls to change logs
- Documenting roles with ownership
- Integrating with monitoring tools
- Control objectives in plain language
- Linking A.7 to patch cycles
- Incident classification schema
- Recovery point definition
- System interdependency mapping
- Control maturity scoring
Module 2. Building the business impact analysis for real systems
Go beyond templates with focused analysis of actual dependencies, downtime costs, and escalation paths in complex Linux environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying critical services
- Downtime cost estimation
- Stakeholder interview protocols
- Dependency mapping methods
- Recovery time thresholds
- Data loss tolerance levels
- Uptime classification matrix
- Escalation tree design
- Cross-team alignment model
- Documentation standards
- Version control approach
- Validation techniques
Module 3. Designing testable continuity procedures
Turn plans into runbooks that can be executed under pressure. Focus on clarity, sequence, and role-specific actions.
12 chapters in this module
- Runbook structure design
- Time-bound action items
- Pre-test checklists
- Role-specific play pages
- Failover simulation steps
- Rollback triggers
- Post-test documentation
- Communication scripts
- Escalation paths in text
- Success criteria definition
- Test frequency planning
- Integration with change management
Module 4. Creating the Statement of Applicability
Build a living SoA that reflects actual controls in place and justifies exclusions with evidence-based reasoning.
12 chapters in this module
- SoA format best practices
- Clause inclusion rationale
- Exclusion justification writing
- Control implementation status
- Evidence reference tagging
- Linking controls to systems
- Version tracking method
- Stakeholder sign-off process
- Audit-readiness formatting
- Automated control mapping
- Gap tracking approach
- Update cadence planning
Module 5. Running effective continuity tests
Plan and execute tests that validate real recovery capabilities, not just paperwork. Focus on measurable outcomes.
12 chapters in this module
- Test scope definition
- Tabletop vs simulation
- Participant role design
- Scenario realism calibration
- Time pressure inclusion
- Failure injection methods
- Observation protocols
- Data collection framework
- Post-test debrief structure
- Gap documentation format
- Improvement tracking
- Reporting to leadership
Module 6. Documenting recovery procedures for audit
Write procedures that satisfy both technical teams and compliance reviewers with clarity and specificity.
12 chapters in this module
- Procedure writing standards
- Step-by-step format
- System-specific run commands
- Authentication requirements
- Checkpoint validation
- Rollback steps inclusion
- Version control integration
- Change approval process
- Access control definition
- Evidence preservation
- Review cycle timing
- Update notification method
Module 7. Establishing continuous improvement loops
Embed feedback from incidents and tests into updated plans to maintain relevance and effectiveness.
12 chapters in this module
- Lessons-learned intake
- Gap closure tracking
- Plan update triggers
- Stakeholder feedback cycle
- Control effectiveness review
- Risk register updates
- Document versioning
- Change request process
- Review calendar setup
- Audit preparation drills
- Compliance trend tracking
- External benchmarking
Module 8. Aligning with incident response frameworks
Integrate business continuity plans with existing incident management workflows for coordinated action.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification alignment
- Response team coordination
- Event escalation paths
- Communication plan sync
- Status update protocols
- Recovery phase transitions
- Post-mortem integration
- Cross-functional triggers
- Toolchain integration
- Event logging standards
- Stakeholder notification
- Regulatory reporting sync
Module 9. Managing third-party dependencies
Map and validate continuity plans for vendors and SaaS providers critical to service delivery.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor inventory creation
- Contractual recovery terms
- Dependency risk scoring
- Sub-service mapping
- Recovery testing rights
- Audit right negotiation
- Escalation path validation
- Performance monitoring
- Fallback mechanism design
- Communication protocols
- Contract review checklist
- Vendor status tracking
Module 10. Preparing for internal and external audits
Assemble documentation packages that anticipate reviewer questions and reduce follow-up requests.
12 chapters in this module
- Evidence package assembly
- Document naming convention
- Version control proof
- Access log collection
- Policy attestation collection
- Control testing records
- Gap remediation logging
- Auditor communication plan
- Pre-audit checklist
- Interview preparation
- Finding response protocol
- Report submission process
Module 11. Training teams on continuity roles
Equip staff with clear responsibilities and expectations during disruptions through structured onboarding.
12 chapters in this module
- Role definition clarity
- Onboarding integration
- Responsibility matrix
- Cross-training approach
- Simulation participation
- Knowledge retention
- Contact list maintenance
- Communication protocols
- Refresher cycle timing
- Skill validation
- Performance feedback
- Leadership escalation
Module 12. Sustaining continuity maturity over time
Maintain plan relevance through regular reviews, updates, and leadership engagement.
12 chapters in this module
- Review calendar creation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Plan refresh triggers
- Change impact assessment
- Control testing frequency
- Risk register updates
- Reporting to leadership
- Budget alignment
- Toolchain evaluation
- Benchmarking current state
- Gap reduction roadmap
- Success metric tracking
How this maps to your situation
- After a compliance gap is identified
- During preparation for an external audit
- Following a system outage or incident
- When onboarding a new critical service
Before vs. after
Before
Plans exist as documents without validation, updates lag changes, and audits require last-minute scrambling.
After
Continuity plans are tested, updated, and evidence-backed, ready for audit or incident with minimal effort.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 2 hours per week over 6 weeks, self-paced with clear milestones.
If nothing changes
Unvalidated plans create hidden exposure during outages, increase audit findings, and delay recovery when it matters most.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 22301 overviews, this course delivers a working implementation tailored to Linux operations, with templates and examples that reflect real-world system environments.
Frequently asked
Is this course specific to cloud or on-prem environments?
It covers both, with examples from hybrid Linux environments like yours at Rackspace.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Do I need prior experience with ISO 22301?
No, just familiarity with system operations and compliance processes. The course builds from operational reality.
$199 one-time. Approximately 2 hours per week over 6 weeks, self-paced with clear milestones..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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