An untested plan can often be more hindrance than having no plan at all.  The ability of the BCP to be effective in emergency situations can only be assessed if rigorous testing is carried out in realistic conditions.  The BCP testing phase contains important verification activities, which should enable the plan to stand up to most disruptive events. 

• Establishing objectives and scope of tests

• Setting up the test environment

• Preparing the test data

• Conducting the tests

• Handling the feedback

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An untested business continuity plan can be worse than having no plan at all!