Continuity guide

ISO 22313:2020: guidance for applying ISO 22301

ISO 22313:2020 remains the published guidance document for organizations applying the requirements of ISO 22301.

ISO 22313Guidance

Editorial review: August 11, 2026 · Adrian M. Westbridge

Guidance, not requirements

ISO 22313 explains approaches and recommendations rather than adding a second set of certification requirements.

Adaptation

The guidance is intended for organizations of different types and sizes.

Alignment

Using ISO 22313 alongside ISO 22301 can help teams understand the intent behind management-system requirements.

Revision status

ISO lists a new work item for a future ISO 22313 revision, while the 2020 edition remains the published guidance.

Business continuity is organization-specific. Recovery priorities, legal duties, safety requirements, contracts, insurance terms and technical recovery methods should be validated by the responsible people in the organization.