Course level: 320 Critical Infrastructure Analysis and Protection

A majority of critical infrastructure is owned by private agencies; therefore, business continuity planning, collaboration, and training are essential.

Write a paper explaining how business continuity planning, collaboration, and training help private agencies prepare for events affecting critical infrastructure.

Include the following in your paper:

Describe business continuity planning (BCP) and business impact analysis (BIA) processes and their importance for critical infrastructure protection.

Describe how collaboration between private agencies, public agencies, and the community can better protect critical infrastructure.

Describe the key components necessary for effective joint agency preparation and joint agency training.

Explain how individuals and communities contribute to homeland security and critical infrastructure protection.

Format your paper consistent with APA (2010) guidelines.