In a perfect world, mid- to large-cap organizations can muster the money and people to protect their IT infrastructures from the worst kinds of unacceptable risk, but the fact is, it’s a rare accomplishment. That’s why implementing disaster recovery (DR) programs in stages could be the way to go for many organizations.
Author: Steve Tower
With many years of professional IT experience, and training as a Certified Management Consultant, a Project Management Professional, a Professional Engineer and a Member, Business Continuity Institute, Steve Tower has the skills and abilities required to assist with even the most complex disaster recovery planning initiatives. Below, Steve discusses the necessary tools involved in setting up a disaster recovery plan and program.
Get Your Business Ready For A DR Audit
Your organization has spent a good deal of time and resources establishing a disaster recovery program. Undertaking an audit of your DR program can and should make your disaster preparedness even better, if you take the following steps. 1. Be Clear About Why The DR Audit Is Necessary First, make sure you have a clear…
The 7 Key Elements of a Disaster Recovery Audit
A disaster recovery audit is a crucial part of ensuring the effectiveness of any disaster recovery (DR) program. The results of the DR audit will help your organization confirm that your plan and its various components are viable, up-to-date, and capable of meeting your business objectives. Here are the key elements: 1. Stakeholders Every DR…
What Is a Disaster Recovery Audit, And Why Do I Need One?
You’ve done the right thing by establishing a disaster recovery (DR) plan. Because of this, your organization has an excellent chance of saving its data and continuing operations when a disaster strikes. But the job’s not done yet. An effective DR plan requires vigorous testing and reviewing. This is where a DR audit comes into…
Considering A DR Strategy? Answer These 6 Questions First
Operating a business without a DR strategy is a lot like renting a car without insurance: once an incident occurs you will forever regret not having it. Once you’ve decided you can’t live with the risk and therefore need a DR strategy, there are two basic paths to set up a DR plan. The first…