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Business Impact Analysis and Threat Assessment
Know what matters most.
A Business Impact Analysis identifies your organisation's most critical functions, how long they can be unavailable, and what resources are needed to restore them. Fixinc delivers BIAs that are practical, simplified, and built to be used when it counts.
Most BIAs collect dust. Ours get used.
The most common problem with Business Impact Analysis is not a lack of data. It is too much of it. Organisations end up with sprawling spreadsheets, dozens of functions, and Recovery Time Objectives that stretch beyond what any business could realistically survive. When a disruption hits, no one opens a 40-page document with 200 data points. They need clarity, not volume.
Fixinc takes a different approach. We streamline the BIA process to focus on what genuinely matters: the functions your organisation cannot afford to lose, realistic recovery timeframes, and the dependencies that could delay restoration. We challenge assumptions, audit existing documentation, and work with your teams to set RTOs and Maximum Acceptable Outages (MAOs) that reflect operational reality. If a business unit cannot survive beyond 14 days without a function, we make sure that is understood and planned for.
BIA interviews are conducted with business unit representatives, typically taking around one hour per session. Findings are captured in our Digital BIA Software, giving you a structured, accessible platform to store, update, and report on your analysis over time. The result is a clear summary of priorities and recovery requirements, integrated into your broader business continuity plans and reviewed annually as part of ongoing program maintenance.
Respond with confidence
When things go wrong, this phase activates. The Diamond’s top layers focus on structured, coordinated response, from executive decisions down to team-level action. Here’s where tools like F24, defined roles, and real-time communications bring planning to life under pressure.
A stronger return to BAU
The end goal isn’t just recovery, it’s learning. After every disruption, this phase ensures lessons are captured, plans are updated, and culture is strengthened. It’s about returning to operations quickly, but better prepared for next time.
Planning made practical
This phase includes disciplines like business continuity, crisis management, and IT disaster recovery. It’s where the bulk of the work happens, through structured validation, simulations, and repeatable testing. For those looking to lead in their sector, it can also align with ISO accreditation and industry standards.
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What if we already have a BIA in place?
If you have an existing BIA, Fixinc will review it against current best practice and assess whether it is practical, up to date, and appropriately scoped. In many cases, we find existing BIAs are overcomplicated or contain RTOs that are unrealistic. We will either update what you have or modernise it into a simplified format that your teams will actually use.
How long does the BIA process take?
Each BIA interview typically takes around one hour per business unit or key manager. The overall timeframe depends on the size and complexity of your organisation. Smaller organisations may complete the process in two to three weeks, while larger enterprises can take several months.
What do we receive at the end?
You will receive a clear summary of your business unit RTOs and Maximum Acceptable Outages (MAOs) in a simplified, practical format. Findings are integrated into your broader business continuity plans and can also be accessed via our Digital BIA Software, giving you a platform to store, update, and report on your analysis over time.
Why does Fixinc focus on simplifying the BIA?
BIAs often fail because they become too large, too detailed, and too difficult to use under pressure. We focus on what genuinely matters: mission-critical functions, realistic recovery timeframes, and key dependencies. A BIA that sits unused in a crisis is not fit for purpose.
How often should the BIA be reviewed?
We recommend a full review annually, with a lighter check-in at six months to ensure nothing significant has changed. This is included as part of the Fixinc Maintenance Program if you are enrolled.