Optimal disaster recovery sites come in all shapes and sizes: what’s ideal or necessary depends entirely on the organization’s requirements. There are different aspects to consider when deciding whether backing-up your systems, investing in a shared-resource recovery co-location, or opting for a more fully managed option is the best solution for your DR plan. But…
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.
10 Things to Look for in Your Disaster Recovery Planning Software
Great DR plans are a great fit to the unique needs of the organizations implementing them. Different options can serve different organizations equally well. One of the most important decisions you have to make is to choose the right DR planning software. How can you determine which product will adequately cover the needs of your…
6 Questions That Prove DR Server Location Matters
You know the importance of an intelligent and well-conceived DR plan, and you know the importance of choosing the right DR partner. But did you know that the location of your DR servers is crucial to the success of your DR plan? Here are six questions to ask yourself about your service location. 1. Is…
How To Evaluate A DR Partner: A 3 Step Checklist
Aligning with a DR partner can be one cost-effective solution to protect your organization against the risks of potential disaster. But how do you find the right one? There are three things you must do before selecting a DR partner to properly evaluate candidate organizations and make an informed choice. Follow this three-step checklist to…
Shared-Service: The Next Big Thing in DR
If your organization needs an updated disaster recovery plan, yet you cannot commit to the necessary time and cost to implement one, then it’s time to consider the prospect of a shared-service DR partnership. Shared-service entities are a new – but growing – attraction in the IT industry that might soon revolutionize DR for executives…