Which of the following concepts is BEST described as developing a new chain of command in the event of
a contingency?

A.
Business continuity planning

B.
Continuity of operations

C.
Business impact analysis

D.
Succession planning

Explanation:
Succession planning outlines those internal to the organization who have the ability to step into positions
when they open. By identifying key roles that cannot be left unfilled and associating internal employees
who can step into these roles, you can groom those employees to make sure that they are up to speed
when it comes time for them to fill those positions.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Business continuity planning is the process of implementing policies, controls, and procedures to
counteract the effects of losses, outages, or failures of critical business processes.
B: Continuity of operations refers to risk management best practices rather than developing a new chain
of command as a contingency plan.C: A business impact analysis is more concerned with evaluating the processes in the organization as it
bears on business continuity.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, p. 454