A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 22301 for Global Publishing Enterprise Leaders
Build unshakable resilience with a documented, defensible framework for continuity
$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.
Avoid being overruled on continuity planning due to lack of precedent or traceability
The situation this course is for
Even strong plans fail when challenged without documented reasoning, specific examples, or alignment with ISO 22301's intent. Peers push back not because the direction is wrong, but because the why isn’t clear or anchored.
Who this is for
Senior executives in global publishing and research organisations leading resilience, continuity, and operational risk strategy
Who this is not for
Individuals looking for IT disaster recovery checklists or generic compliance templates
What you walk away with
- Trace every clause of your ISO 22301 implementation to original intent and real-world precedent
- Respond to peer challenges with sourced examples from similar enterprises
- Build a living continuity playbook that survives executive turnover
- Demonstrate compliance depth beyond checkbox audits
- Own continuity decisions with documented rationale, not just authority
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 22301 Structure and Intent
Break down the standard clause by clause, mapping intent to operational reality in global publishing contexts.
12 chapters in this module
- Scope and applicability
- Normative references
- Terms and definitions
- Organizational context
- Leadership commitment
- Policy development
- Planning requirements
- Risk assessment approach
- Business impact analysis
- Continuity strategy
- Resource needs
- Documentation control
Module 2. Context Mapping for Multinational Publishers
Identify internal and external factors influencing continuity planning across jurisdictions and business units.
12 chapters in this module
- Jurisdictional variance
- Stakeholder mapping
- Regulatory overlap
- Supply chain dependencies
- Research integrity risks
- Digital publishing cycles
- Author network exposure
- Vendor continuity
- Cloud infrastructure roles
- Data sovereignty
- Reputation thresholds
- Crisis communication scope
Module 3. Leadership and Policy Commitment
Establish executive ownership and policy frameworks that survive leadership transitions.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive sponsorship
- Policy drafting
- Accountability structures
- Role clarity
- Succession planning
- Internal communication
- Board-level engagement
- Oversight cadence
- Budget alignment
- KPI integration
- Audit readiness
- Continuous improvement
Module 4. Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis
Conduct targeted assessments that reflect publishing-specific operational rhythms and research dependencies.
12 chapters in this module
- Event identification
- Impact thresholds
- Recovery time objectives
- Critical function mapping
- Peer-reviewed scenarios
- Third-party risks
- Digital publishing RTO
- Manuscript pipeline exposure
- Peer review disruption
- Publication delays
- Open access impact
- Reputation cascades
Module 5. Continuity Strategy Development
Design response strategies grounded in documented precedents and enterprise-specific constraints.
12 chapters in this module
- Response tiers
- Crisis command design
- Alternate site planning
- Remote editorial function
- Manuscript backup
- Author communication
- IT failover
- Cloud provider SLAs
- Vendor backup plans
- Legal continuity
- Compliance deadlines
- Publication rescheduling
Module 6. Resource Planning and Allocation
Align people, technology, and budget to ensure response capabilities are staffed and sustainable.
12 chapters in this module
- Team roles
- Skills inventory
- Vendor dependencies
- IT infrastructure
- Cloud resilience
- Data backup
- Communication tools
- Budget cycles
- Training needs
- Succession paths
- Third-party audits
- Insurance alignment
Module 7. Developing the Business Continuity Plan
Assemble a living document that reflects real decision logic and evolving threats.
12 chapters in this module
- Document structure
- Activation criteria
- Response procedures
- Escalation paths
- Decision trees
- Communication templates
- Stakeholder contact lists
- Jurisdictional variations
- Publisher-specific annexes
- Research integrity clauses
- Editorial board inclusion
- Version control
Module 8. Exercising and Testing the Plan
Run targeted tests that reveal gaps without disrupting live operations.
12 chapters in this module
- Test planning
- Scenario design
- Tabletop exercises
- Full-scale drills
- Third-party involvement
- Manuscript protection test
- Editorial continuity drill
- IT failover validation
- Legal readiness
- Compliance review
- Post-test review
- Plan update process
Module 9. Maintaining and Improving the Plan
Embed continuous improvement so the plan evolves with organisational changes.
12 chapters in this module
- Review frequency
- Change triggers
- Feedback loops
- Audit findings
- Incident follow-up
- System updates
- Leadership changes
- M&A integration
- Regulatory shifts
- Technology refresh
- Stakeholder input
- Benchmarking
Module 10. Integration with Other Management Systems
Align ISO 22301 with ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and GDPR compliance efforts.
12 chapters in this module
- Overlap identification
- Control harmonisation
- Audit consolidation
- Policy alignment
- Shared reporting
- Cross-functional teams
- Documentation standards
- Training synergy
- Risk register integration
- Compliance cadence
- Executive summaries
- Vendor management
Module 11. Documentation and Audit Readiness
Prepare for compliance audits with clear, defensible records of implementation and testing.
12 chapters in this module
- Evidence requirements
- Document retention
- Audit trail
- Internal audit prep
- External audit process
- Corrective action
- Non-conformance tracking
- Management review
- Compliance statements
- Third-party validation
- Certification process
- Public reporting
Module 12. Building Organizational Resilience Culture
Foster enterprise-wide ownership of continuity through communication and engagement.
12 chapters in this module
- Leadership messaging
- Training programs
- Role-based drills
- Awareness campaigns
- Incident reporting
- Lessons learned
- Recognition systems
- Publisher network inclusion
- Research group integration
- Editorial board role
- Open access teams
- Continuous feedback
How this maps to your situation
- Global publishing operations under cross-border regulatory scrutiny
- Continuity planning in research-intensive environments
- Executive leadership during operational disruption
- Defensible decision-making in peer-reviewed processes
Before vs. after
Before
Continuity decisions are challenged due to lack of documented rationale or precedent.
After
Every decision rests on clear, traceable reasoning with specific examples from similar enterprises.
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 3 hours per module, designed for executive pacing with full download access.
If nothing changes
Without a defensible, source-backed continuity framework, strategic decisions may be overruled, delayed, or diluted during peer review, despite executive sponsorship.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 22301 training, this course delivers publisher-specific examples, real-world precedents, and a tailored implementation playbook, not just theory or templates.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant for non-IT continuity planning?
Yes. It focuses on enterprise-wide resilience, including editorial, research, compliance, and leadership functions.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help prepare for certification audit?
Yes. It includes audit-tested documentation frameworks and real-world evidence collections used by certified enterprises.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for executive pacing with full download access..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
30-day money-back guarantee·
144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
Account access within 24 hours