An organization must formalize a response structure by designating one or more teams to manage disruptions. The roles, responsibilities, and authority of these teams must be explicitly documented, along with procedures for their activation, operation, and communication. Staffed with competent primary and alternate members, these teams are required to assess incidents against predefined criteria, activate continuity plans, and direct the response while prioritizing life safety. This mandate includes managing all communications with internal and external stakeholders, authorities, and the media.