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Definition[]

A component test is

[a] testing activity designed to validate the continuity of individual systems, processes, or functions, in isolation. For example, component tests may focus on recovering specific network devices, application restoration procedures, off-site tape storage, or proving the validity of data for a particular business line.[1]

References[]

  1. FFIEC IT Examination Handbook, Business Continuity Planning, Appendix B: Glossary (full-text).