Business Impact Assessment Template

Use this example to create and then perform a business impact assessment

Written By Micah

The purpose of a business impact assessment or analysis (BIA) is to identify and prioritize system components that would be impacted in the event of a disaster or if systems were unavailable. A BIA is used to identify business processes so that they can be addressed in a business continuity plan.

Who needs this?

  • All businesses

How to use the template:

  • Click on the link above to access the template

    • If you are a Google Workplace organization, make a copy by going to File > Make a copy

    • If you are not a Google Workplace organization, download a copy by going to File > Download and selecting your preferred file type (available as DOCX, PDF, and more)

  • Review and then remove instructional text

  • Save in a centralized place

  • Attach to evidence either through Integrations, Automated Collection, or direct upload

If you need help using the template, please let us know.