As businesses continue to rely on technology for their daily operations, it's crucial to have an IT disaster recovery plan in place. Recent events with cloud integrated software providers like CDK and CrowdStrike demonstrate disaster recovery planning is more complex than ever.
Start your plan with the items you can control. This plan should encompass an inventory of all hardware, software applications (cloud and internal), and data to ensure a complete recovery in case of an unforeseen event.
Identifying critical software applications and data, along with the necessary hardware to run them, is key to a successful recovery process. By using standardized hardware, businesses can easily replicate and reimage new equipment if needed. Having backups of cloud data and having installable copies of program software readily available for installation on replacement devices can give you options no matter what the world throws at you.
Prioritizing the restoration of hardware and software components is critical to minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity. Developing a strategy to back up all critical information will further enhance the effectiveness of the IT disaster recovery plan. It's important to regularly review and update the plan as technology evolves and business needs change.
Having a well-thought-out IT disaster recovery plan is a must for any business operating in today's digital landscape. By proactively preparing for potential disruptions, organizations can safeguard their operations and minimize the impact of unforeseen events. Consider reviewing your cyber liability insurance as well to see if it will cover outages from cloud providers.
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