All of the following can be considered essential business functions that should be identified when creating a
Business Impact Analysis (BIA) except one. Which of the following would Be considered an essential element
of the BIA but an important topic to include within the BCP plan?

A.
IT Network Support

B.
Accounting

C.
Public Relations

D.
Purchasing

Explanation:
Public Relations is part of the BCP, but it is not part of the BIA. Public relations and Crisis Communication
should be part of the BCP.
Incorrect Answers:
A: IT Network Support is part of both the BCP and the BIA.
B: Accounting is part of both the BCP and the BIA.
D: Purchasing is part of both the BCP and the BIA.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2013, p. 905