Comparative analysis of the various functions on offer in each version

To assist users and purchasers determine which BC Expert is right for them set out below is a detailed analysis of the comprehensive range of functions on offer with each BC Expert version. These versions are fully scalable and it is easy to upgrade to a higher version. 

• BC Expert Silver covers BC policy and scope, key person contact information, critical operational components, risk analysis, BIA, response and recovery planning.

• BC Expert Gold includes all these functions plus BC budgeting. meeting and interview support, documentation control, risk management, crisis management, disruptive event handling and communication support.

• BC Expert Platinum includes all functions in the Gold version plus multiple database handling and multiple enterprise BC management.

The BC Expert has been specifically designed to enable Users to start off with the Silver version and then at later date upgrade to either the Gold or the Platinum.

Upgrades take place with no loss of data already input. To upgrade advise our Sales team and they will give you simple instructions on how to download the higher Version and reattach your data files.

Contact us for advice

If you are still having difficulties choosing which version is suitable for your needs after reviewing the comparative analysis below, please contact our sales team for additional assistance on Sales@easy2solve.com.

Product comparative

The product functionality comparative information for each of the three BC Experts is shown below:

Silver Gold Platinum   Password access security ü ü ü   Comprehensive reporting ü ü ü   Transaction audit logs ü ü ü   Management review and audit ü ü ü   Risk analysis ü ü ü   Prevention and protection ü ü ü   Business impact analysis ü ü ü   Dependency mapping ü ü ü   Potential incident identification ü ü ü   Response planning ü ü ü   Continuity planning ü ü ü   Plan builder ü ü ü   RTO & criticality calculations ü ü ü   Contact details for key persons ü ü ü   Links to external documents ü ü ü   Supply chain risk management ü ü ü   Descriptive details ü ü ü   Budget analysis   ü ü   Competency analysis   ü ü   Meeting and interview support   ü ü   Continuity strategies   ü ü   Safeguard and control upgrades   ü ü   Manage incidents   ü ü   Record notifications   ü ü   Damage assessment   ü ü   Exercising the incident plan   ü ü   Multi-company setup panel     ü   Multi-company support     ü   Re-linking to multiple data files     ü   Multiple company handling     ü

Business continuity planning through the BC expert suite Business Continuity has been defined as a comprehensive management system approach that identifies and assesses risk; analyzes possible consequences and impact following disruption; examines and develops cost effective security, preparedness, and mitigation measures to protect against potentially disruptive incidents occurring; develops plans for responding to potential incidents in a Consultant and responsible manner including the effective mobilization of the workforce; and plans and tests business/operational continuity measures necessary to recover from disruptive incidents in the minimum possible amount of time; collectively implementing these measures to avoid as far as possible a major emergency, crisis or disaster. The BC Expert software supports the handling of business continuity management systems and provides a comprehensive level of guidance and support for the User organization to achieve an acceptable level of conformance with the Business Continuity Standard. This On-line Help File and User Manual can be displayed online using the online tree navigation structure visible in the left hand pane in the online system. The User Manual provides assistance and explanatory support by taking the User through step-by-step instructions on how to handle the comprehensive range of functions on offer. If you are seeking conformance or even certification with BS 25999 or a similar international continuity and resilience standard, implementation of the BS 25999 through the BC Expert software delivers a comprehensive range of qualitative and quantitative benefits. BC Expert software provides a cost-effective approach to managing risks of disruption by providing a balanced framework for the minimization of both the likelihood and consequences of disruptive events. BC Expert software aligns with the way successful businesses manage risk by looking at the entire risk profile. The standard focuses on the holistic resiliency of the organization, not just business continuity management and emergency management. By emphasizing incident prevention and management, the ASIS BS 25999 helps organizations anticipate and avoid problems before they develop. BS 25999 emphasizes a balance of adaptive, proactive, and reactive strategies for making organizations resilient based on their risk profile and business environment in which they operate. BC Expert software can be used for first, second, and third-party verification. Organizations can use the standard to improve resilience and preparedness performance, as well as demonstrate to customers, clients, and supply chain partners that the company has a robust resilience program. Applicable to organizations of all types and sizes, from public to private, small to multinational, in manufacturing, service, storage or transportation. In addition, the standard has been developed simultaneously in countries on four continents. BC Expert software is aligned with the new ISO 31000:2009 - Risk Management which allows an organization to better integrate preparedness into its overall risk management strategy.