An auditor is reviewing a 'Business Continuity Plan' (BCP). The plan relies on a 'Reciprocal Agreement' with a neighboring company. What is a major risk of this strategy?

Answer options:

It is too expensive.

In a widespread disaster (e.g., hurricane), both companies might be affected and unable to host the other.

It requires identical hardware.

It violates GDPR.

How to approach this question

Reciprocal = I help you, you help me. Risk = We both get hit by the same bus.

Full Answer

B.In a widespread disaster (e.g., hurricane), both companies might be affected and unable to host the other.✓ Correct

Reciprocal agreements are low-cost but high-risk. The primary risk is that a regional disaster affects both parties simultaneously, rendering the agreement useless. Also, the partner may prioritize their own recovery over yours.

Common mistakes

Thinking cost is the issue (it's actually a cost-saving measure).

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