> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://interfacing.gitbook.io/interfacing-help-files/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://interfacing.gitbook.io/interfacing-help-files/business-continuity/simulating-business-management-plans-apps.md). # Simulating Business Management Plans (Apps) Use the Business Continuity application to simulate and validate operational plans ## Overview The **Business Continuity** (**BC**) application supports the simulation and validation of operational plans through the **Plan Simulation & Validation** workflow. {% hint style="info" %} #### Operational Plan Types The application supports the simulation of the following plan types: * **Business Continuity Plan** (**BCP**): A plan that ensures critical business functions remain operational during and after a disruption. * **Crisis Management Plan** (**CMP**): A plan that outlines how to respond to and mitigate the impact of unexpected crises. * **Disaster Recovery Plan** (**DRP**): A plan that focuses on restoring critical operations, systems, and infrastructure after a disaster or major disruption. {% endhint %} All plan simulations are managed and tracked in a centralized system, ensuring visibility, accountability, and compliance with organizational standards. *** ## Application Prerequisites Before users can simulate operational plans, administrators must configure the following settings:

BC Settings

**Disaster Types** Define the types of disasters that can impact business operations. **Disaster Threat Vectors** Define the threat vectors that can disrupt business operations. **Responsibilities & Tasks List** Define default responsibility assignments for operational plans.

General Settings

**Location** Define geographical or operational locations relevant to your organization.

{% hint style="success" %} For detailed setup instructions, see [**Business Continuity Application Settings**](/interfacing-help-files/administration-and-configuration/configuring-application-settings/business-continuity-application-settings.md). {% endhint %} *** ## Accessing the Application To access the **BC** application: 1. Select the **Apps** tile in the side navigation bar. 2. On the **Apps** page, either: * Expand **Business Continuity** in the navigation tree, or * Navigate to the **Business Continuity** section in the application gallery.

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The application opens, displaying its available categories.


Business Impact Analysis	Use this category to create and manage BIAs.
Business Management Plans	Use this category to create and manage operational plans.
Execute Plans	Use this category to execute operational plans during actual disruption events.
Simulate Plans	Use this category to simulate and validate operational plans.
Action Item Management	Use this category to create, execute, and manage action items.
Settings	Use this category to configure settings for the BC application.

{% hint style="danger" %} Available categories vary based on your assigned permissions. {% endhint %} *** ## Simulating Business Management Plans To simulate operational plans, select **Simulate Plans**. The following modules are available:


Simulate Business Continuity Plan	Use this module to initiate and conduct a simulation of a BCP.
List of Simulated Business Continuity Plans	Use this module to view simulated BCPs, tracking their progress through the workflow.
Simulate Crisis Management Plan	Use this module to initiate and conduct a simulation of a CMP.
List of Simulated Crisis Management Plans	Use this module to view simulated CMPs, tracking their progress through the workflow.
Simulate Disaster Recovery Plan	Use this module to initiate and conduct a simulation of a DRP.
List of Simulated Disaster Recovery Plans	Use this module to view simulated DRPs, tracking their progress through the workflow.

{% hint style="warning" %} #### Working with Different Plan Types Although BCPs, CMPs, and DRPs are simulated and managed through separate modules, they follow a consistent structure and share many common features. The procedures in this section apply generally to all plan types, with any notable differences identified where applicable. {% endhint %} *** ## Learn More Refer to the following guides for detailed instructions:

		Role(s)	Related Module(s)			Cover image
How to Simulate & Validate Plans	Perform assigned tasks to advance plans through the Plan Simulation & Validation workflow.	Plan Executor, Action Item Owner, Communications Lead	Simulate Business Continuity Plan	Simulate Crisis Management Plan	Simulate Disaster Recovery Plan	IMS-V16-NAV-Library-Icons-64.png	Running & Managing Plan Simulations
How to Track & Monitor Simulated Plans	View and monitor simulated plans, tracking progress through the workflow.	Plan Executor, Action Item Owner, Communications Lead	List of Simulated Business Continuity Plans	List of Simulated Crisis Management Plans	List of Simulated Disaster Recovery Plans	App-V16-Icons-1.png	Tracking & Monitoring Simulated Plans

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