Training Overview
See a summary of all our training options one page. All courses are currently available online.
Group Training
The leader in business continuity education and certification across many industries, DRI International offers team training designed to fit the needs of every organization, from private corporations to the public sector and everywhere in-between.
Higher Education
DRI International offers colleges and universities the opportunity to familiarize their students with information on business continuity professions and certifications recognized by private and public sector organizations around the world.
Certification Overview
Certification is a two-part process; verification of knowledge and confirmation of experience.
Value of Certification
A DRI International certification is the most widely recognized and respected business continuity certification in the world. DRI only certifies professionals that have demonstrated both knowledge and experience in the business continuity and/or disaster recovery profession.
Digital Badge Program
Learn more about how to unlock your DRI digital badge and display your DRI certification to enhance your online professional profile today.
Maintain Certification
Maintaining your DRI International certification carries two requirements; an annual maintenance fee as well as Continuing Education Activity Points (CEAP).
Be a part of the premier business continuity conference. Join us at DRI2025 in Las Vegas, Feb. 2-5, 2025. Check back for more information.
Meet DRI
We speak at numerous industry events around the globe and engage with our community in a variety of ways. Find out where you can meet DRI.
Thought Leadership
Through committees and other initiatives, we publish research and insights about the profession. Explore our library and other resources.
Webinars
DRI International webinars cover vital resilience issues, engaging and informing professionals in the field. See what's coming up next and view previously broadcast presentations here.
Hiring Guide
Learn how to hire the right business continuity professionals that will enable your organization to withstand any crisis and come through even stronger with the DRI Hiring Guide. Download now.
What is Business Continuity Management (BCM)?
BCM is a holistic management process that identifies potential threats to an organization and the impacts to business operations those threats, if realized, might cause, and which provides a framework for building organizational resilience.
DRI in the News
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BCM in the Age of AI – Questions Every Resilience Professional Should Ask
By Chloe Demrovsky
President and CEO, DRI International
The transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) has been gaining momentum across industries and professions. How will AI transform business continuity management (BCM) and build operational resilience?
A lot of the conversation has understandably been about the risks, but what are the potential benefits? As organizations strive to enhance their resilience and safeguard operations, the integration of AI into BCM holds immense potential:
Risk Assessment and Predictive Analytics: How can AI effectively analyze vast amounts of data to identify risks, predict disruptions, and enable proactive risk management? What are the key data sources and methodologies that can fuel accurate predictive analytics in BCM?
Early Warning Systems: In what ways can AI-powered early warning systems leverage real-time data and external factors to provide timely alerts, enabling organizations to mitigate risks and take preventive measures?
Intelligent Decision Support: How can AI assist decision-makers during crises or disruptions? How can AI-driven insights, scenario analysis, and recommendations optimize response strategies and aid in decision-making?
Automation and RPA: What are the specific areas within the BCM process that can benefit from automation and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)? How can AI and RPA streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and expedite response times?
NLP and Chatbots: What role can Natural Language Processing (NLP) and chatbots play in facilitating communication, gathering information, and providing real-time support to employees during disruptions?
Data Analytics for Continual Improvement: How can AI leverage historical data, feedback, and patterns to help organizations enhance their response strategies and continuously improve BCM? What are the key metrics and indicators that should be considered for effective data analysis?
Supply Chain Optimization: In what ways can AI optimize supply chain management to minimize disruptions, manage inventory levels, and ensure the continuity of critical supplies?
Let’s make our collective knowledge and expertise the driving force behind organizational resilience.
