Organisations face a wide range of cyber threats that can disrupt operations, damage reputations, and lead to significant financial losses. Business resilience is the ability of a company to quickly adapt to disruptions while maintaining continuous business operations and safeguarding people, assets, and overall brand equity. It goes beyond mere disaster recovery or incident response by incorporating a proactive and holistic approach to preparing for, responding to, and recovering from various types of disruptions, including cyberattacks, natural disasters, and system failures.

Regulatory frameworks like the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and the Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2) have been developed to help organisations enhance their resilience against cyber threats. DORA focuses on strengthening the operational resilience of financial institutions, ensuring that they can withstand, respond to, and recover from all types of ICT-related disruptions and threats. NIS2, on the other hand, extends its focus to critical infrastructure and essential services, emphasising the importance of securing network and information systems across sectors like energy, transport, and healthcare. Both regulations underscore the need for robust cybersecurity measures, regular assessments, and continuous improvement to maintain resilience.