Essential Elements for a Comprehensive Backup and Disaster Recovery Plan
You have invested in Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) to sleep soundly at night, but hardware alone is not enough. Ensure your provider performs preventative maintenance, periodic testing, multi-location storage, and staff training. The worst time to discover a backup failure is during a crisis. These practices help avoid downtime and keep your business running smoothly.
Preventative Maintenance:
A reliable backup solution goes beyond hardware. It includes backup generators, batteries, cooling systems, fire detection, suppression systems, and redundant cloud storage. Ensure your provider's contracts detail these elements and have meaningful conversations to confirm they are in place.
Periodic Testing:
Regular testing ensures your backup system is operational and reliable. Providers should run comprehensive tests, monitor 24/7, and alert you to potential issues, including cyber threats or outages. This proactive approach lays the groundwork for a successful backup strategy.
Multi-Location Storage:
Storing data in multiple locations is crucial. Even seemingly safe locations can be vulnerable to disasters. By natural backing up your backup, you protect your data from localized risks such as hurricanes or earthquakes.
Team Training:
Employees are often the weakest link in security. Regular cybersecurity training for all staff members limits potential breaches. A strong disaster recovery plan includes both prevention and recovery.
Not sure where to start? Call us at 877-686-6642 to ensure you have a solid plan in place TODAY!
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