What is Continuity of Operations (COOP) or Continuity of Government (COG) Planning?
COOP or COG planning is a preparedness effort aimed at ensuring an organization’s Essential Functions (ESFs) continue to be performed during a critical situation. Any event that makes it impossible for employees to work in their regular facility could result in the activation of a COOP plan.
A COOP answers the following basic questions for an organization facing a disruption:
- Where could/would we go?
- How would we communicate and what would we say?
- What do we do and what functions are most important?
- What equipment is needed to continue our job?
BOLDplanning's Continuity of Operations (COOP) & Continuity of Government (COG) Approach
BOLDplanning offers a team of expert planners to help your organization develop its COOP plan. Our facilitators hold professional credentials such as Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Professional Continuity Practitioner (PCP) and Master Continuity Practitioner (MCP) and IAEM Certified Emergency Manager (CEM). Our consultants and facilitators also have real-world experience.
Additionally, we offer an integrated online planning platform that walks users through each step of the COOP/COG planning process. Superior to paper-based binders, the easy-to-use solution allows for better collaboration, easier plan editing and maintenance, faster response times during an event and greater mobility.
This combination of expert consultants and world-class technology helps organizations develop a strong continuity strategy, ensuring the ongoing delivery of its essential functions.
