8.1.1.1. BC Overview Tab

The BC Overview tab of the BCP is broken into 7 sections: (1) Summary; (2) Terms and Definitions; (3) Purpose, Goal/Objective; (4) Scope; (5) Roles and Responsibilities; (6) Policy; and (7) Alert Plan. These sections are all description boxes that allow users to input information about the BCP. In these fields, users can insert headings, bullets, images, tables, links, and media files (as well as change font colors, font sizes, background colors and more).

1. Effective Date: This is a date picker that allows users to input/select the effective date of the BCP. It is a mandatory field.
   • To select the date, click on the Calendar icon. It will display a calendar which users can manipulate to show different months/years.
2. Copy Previous: This button allows users to copy the details of the previous BCP, if applicable.
   • If selected, all applicable fields in the form will be updated according to the information inputted in the previous BCP. Users can then modify the updated fields.
   • This applies to every tab in the BCP form.
3. Created On: This field is automatically populated with the date that the BCP was created. It cannot be modified.
4. Submit Form: This button allows users to submit the form.
   • Users should not submit it the form until they have gone through each tab.