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Desktop Scenario Exercises for CPS 230
resilience services
Test your ability to maintain critical operations within CPS 230 tolerance levels through practical, board-level scenario exercises. We design and run exercises that demonstrate compliance and strengthen resilience across APRA-regulated entities.
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Plan
Agile, first-principles planning ensures a smooth rollout of your refreshed program.
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do
03.
check
04.
act
Our exercises replicate severe but plausible disruption scenarios, from technology outages to service provider failures. Each session is structured to test CPS 230 requirements — including critical operation continuity, board oversight, and communication strategies — with clear findings and improvement recommendations.
CPS 230 requires APRA-regulated entities to conduct annual business continuity exercises that prove critical operations can be maintained within tolerance levels. Without regular, structured testing, organisations risk non-compliance and unpreparedness in real events. Desktop exercises provide both compliance evidence and practical readiness.
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Link to chat
A link will be sent to you via email from our Advisory team. You get to pick a time to chat that's convenient to you - over the phone, Teams, Zoom, or in person.
30-45 minutes
Tell us what your objectives are. We have a set of questions ready to go for you. We'll share 'how we do things', and give you a chance for any Q&A you have.
Proposal & Quote
We will get you a proposal within 24 hours detailing the scope of work. 1 week later, we will discuss it. 10 minutes later you will have a final quote from us to sign.
5 Weeks
Our clients expect us to be working for them, not chasing proposals. If it's not signed off within 5 weeks, we'll assume it's not the right time.
Review & Health Check
Design and Develop
Validate
Maintain
Why are Desktop Scenario Exercises important for CPS 230 compliance?
APRA requires financial institutions to conduct annual business continuity exercises that prove their ability to meet defined tolerance levels. Desktop exercises provide practical evidence of compliance, strengthen response capability, and ensure board and executive readiness.
How often should CPS 230 Desktop Scenario Exercises be run?
At a minimum, APRA requires annual continuity exercises. Additional exercises may be needed following material changes in operations, technology, or service providers. Fixinc supports annual and event-driven programs to keep your entity compliant.
What are CPS 230 Desktop Scenario Exercises?
CPS 230 Desktop Scenario Exercises are structured, discussion-based tests designed to evaluate how an APRA-regulated entity would maintain its critical operations within tolerance levels during severe but plausible disruptions. They are a regulatory requirement under CPS 230.
What do CPS 230 Desktop Scenario Exercises typically test?
Exercises are designed to test:
- Activation and execution of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs)
- Maintenance of critical operations within tolerance levels
- Response to material service provider failures
- Board and executive decision-making during crises
- Communication strategies for staff, customers, and regulators
- Fixinc tailors scenarios to your specific business mix and regulatory obligations.
How does Fixinc deliver Desktop Scenario Exercises for CPS 230?
Fixinc designs and facilitates CPS 230-aligned desktop exercises that replicate realistic disruption scenarios. We guide boards, executives, and staff through response decisions, then provide findings, gap analyses, and recommendations for improving resilience and compliance.
How do Desktop Scenario Exercises support Boards under CPS 230?
Boards are accountable for approving tolerance levels and overseeing continuity testing. Desktop exercises give directors firsthand experience of decision-making under pressure and provide evidence for APRA that resilience capabilities are credible. Fixinc ensures exercises are board-focused and regulator-ready.
What are the benefits of CPS 230 Desktop Scenario Exercises with Fixinc?
Fixinc provides expert facilitation, regulatory alignment, and tailored scenarios that reflect the unique risks of APRA-regulated entities. Our exercises build confidence, prove CPS 230 compliance, and prepare your organisation for real-world disruptions.
Still have questions?
Over a no-obligation call, we will walk you through how are tools work for you to determine if they're right for you.
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