Disaster recovery planning (DRP) is the process of creating a plan to recover from a disaster (such as a natural disaster, a cyberattack, or a power outage).
The end result of DRP planning is a document that outlines the steps that an organization will take to recover from a disaster:
- A list of critical systems and data: These are the systems and data that are essential for the organization to continue operating.
- A plan for how to recover each critical system and piece of data: This plan should include the steps that need to be taken to restore the system or data to its pre-disaster state.
- A list of the resources that will be needed to recover from the disaster: This includes things like personnel, equipment, and facilities.
- A timeline for recovery: This should specify how long it will take to restore each critical system and piece of data.
If you are looking for ways to protect your business from the financial, operational and reputational losses that can result from a disaster, then disaster recovery planning is a good option to consider.