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The Disaster Recovery Interview
One of the most overlooked facets of the company information technology structure is an appropriate backup and disaster recovery solution. With all of the technology available today, the absence of even the most elementary backup system is a mortal sin in regard to the business technology world.
Some things to consider when thinking about your backup and disaster recovery solution(s):
- What do I do if I delete a file I need?
- Where is my email stored and is it backed up?
- What if my computer crashes? Even if my data is backed up how long will it take me to rebuild my computer to a functional state?
- Is all of my back up data located in the same physical location?
- Will a catastrophe wipe out my backup solution i.e. a fire?
- Does my business rely on any one system for critical functions? How long can my business operate without this system? Does my current backup solution accomodate that expectation?
- Does anyone I work with know how to recover information if I need to use my backups that are in place?
- Are my backups tested so I know they work?
- Are my backups monitored so I know if they are ever failing?
- Is the backup data media (i.e. hard drives or tapes) transferred in a secure, controlled manor since it contains all data for my entire business?
This list covers about 1/4 of the questions that one should review when it comes to a practical backup and disaster recovery solution so if you haven’t asked yourself these questions, start today!
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