Cyber Security and Business Continuity Management: Ensuring Resilience in a Digital World

This article examines the critical importance of implementing Business Continuity Management (BCM), particularly in the field of cybersecurity, to address unexpected disruptions to organizational operations. With a focus on cyber threats and technological disruptions, the study emphasizes the need for close integration between cybersecurity and BCM to minimize risks and effectively mitigate impacts. Drawing from the legal frameworks of the European Union and the Slovak Republic, the article highlights the imperative of integrating BCM into the processes o f providing essential services by organizations. Through impact analysis methodology, the article evaluates key processes within a representative entity in the energy sector, identifies critical areas, and resource requirements to maintain continuity. The findings underscore the necessity of proactive planning and response strategies to ensure the stability and competitiveness of the organization in an environment with evolving cyber threats. The study concludes with insights into future research directions, emphasizing the evaluation of supporting processes and their impact on the overall workflow stability within BCM.