We talk a lot on this blog about IT disasters and that’s because they are very important. But there are other aspects of business that mean you should have a comprehensive disaster recovery plan in place.
As we look at events across the US: Shortages, weather events and more, it is more important than ever to have a disaster recovery plan in place. Scary things happen – but being prepared can mitigate losses to your business.
Theft, fire, natural disasters and more happen. A comprehensive disaster recovery plan can help.
So, what is a DRP? It’s a detailed document or plan that outlines how your company will respond in a crisis. The goal is to make sure your business can get back to normal operations as quickly as possible with minimal disruption or losses.
It will allow your business to reduce financial loss and strain – and the loss of customers and clients.
Here are some things your comprehensive disaster recovery plan should include:
- A list of your team members who are responsible for aspects of the plan
- Impact assessments
- Recovery objectives and priorities
- Steps to recovery and responses – and who is responsible for each step
- Any follow-up steps – and who is responsible for them
Creating a DRP can seem daunting, and it can be for sure. You can create one on your own, but handing over the development to a trusted consultant can help ease the burden – and make sure all your bases are covered.
Once your plan is in place, you’ll also need to review and test it periodically as well – updating it as needed.
AccuNet Inc.
If you want to talk about developing a comprehensive disaster recovery plan for your organization or business, we can help. Contact us today!
