Читать книгу Disaster Recovery 100 Success Secrets - IT Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery planning and Services - Gerard Blokdijk - Страница 25
ОглавлениеDisaster Recovery Plan Beforehand
One of the worst things you may ever face is being caught in a disaster without any weapon to fight with. However, it is a fact of life that disaster may happen when we least expect it. The best weapon against these disasters is preparedness. This is true even when it comes to computers. Computer professionals have made great strides - from being simply prepared to creating a system which allows for disaster recovery even when the unexpected occurs.
Your disaster recovery plan should focus on data protection.
This data protection is the process, procedures and policies for regaining access to data, records, hardware and software that are essential to business operations and have been subjected to a natural or man-made disaster. No business is immune from experiencing such a serious incident, called a disaster, which may hamper normal business operations. A disaster could be caused by floods, accidents, computer malfunctions, explosions, earthquakes, and many more other factors.
This is why development of a Basic Disaster Recovery Plan is a fundamental responsibility of every organization.
In the planning stage, there are some essentials points to consider. First and foremost, the plan must be approved by top management to ensure the highest level of commitment and ensure support in terms of resources and attention from management.
Secondly, the plan must be based on and designed for the needs of the system in case disaster should happen. The so-called DRPs help guard against data loss with the use of backups sent offsite in regular intervals (compsed of software and data information) for data recovery; microfilm copies of files with the use of remote
30
backup facility); Storage Area Networks (SANs); surge protectors (for power control); use of an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) or back up generator; anti-virus software; and other security measures.
Even fire prevention and protection may become necessary components of your Basic Disaster Recovery Plan.
31
How Do I Find a Reputable Contractor
Disaster Recovery Specialist?
Business and organizations that have undergone both or either man-made or natural adverse circumstances such as terrorism attacks, windstorms, bomb explosions and earthquakes should hire a reliable disaster recovery contractor. However, make sure to consult first any involved agency about the possibility of getting state aid so that an assessment of the damaged property can be done before any repairs are done on it.
FHiorswt, cyaonu y hoauv fei ntdo as crreepeunt athbele ccoonnttrraaccttoorr,? w hether he is licensed or not. You can ask any of your neighbors who may have
previously hired a disaster recovery contractor to repair damages like yours. You should ask for at least three references to see if the contractor has been able to commit to good job performance and charged a fair price from previous clients.
You can call your local Better Business Bureau to check out their list of contractors acknowledged by the bureau to be reputable.
Secondly, you should jot down any necessary licenses and certifications (such as insurance certification, working license, or building permits) which may be needed if you have to report problems that cropped up later. However, you should not sign any insurance settlements with any contractor.
Thirdly, ensure that your signature on a bid does not constitute as an authorization to start the work with the contractor. Next, you must secure written contracts which will cover the scope of work, materials, costs and payment schedules. In making payments to contractors, it is suggested to pay them periodically (meaning, pay a fractional percent so they will start work and also as work progresses.)
32
In addition, purchase materials along with your contractor or pay the supplier directly. You should ensure that the repairs made follow the local building standards. You may hire a structural engineer to double-check the major repairs made before you make a final payment. Lastly, you should demand a release paper of lien from a contractor to protect yourself from any legal claims later on.
33