Disaster isn't something we expect but planning ahead can make the unexpected easier to recover from in some cases. Back up the back ups - sensible but who remembers to do that everyday? The IT team that's who. Systems can be set up that automatically make back ups of critical data on whatever schedule that is planned. Back ups can be made to internal storage within the on-site network and/or to an offsite cloud network storage facility. Copies can be helpful for recovery after physical breakdowns or virtual virus or human error causes loss of data. 

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Trouble shooting for problems with hardware or software and guidance about the possibility of repair versus replacement are skills an IT service professional can provide. IT Coordinated Networking can help with engineering needs as well. Telecommunication tower construction and maintenance can be provided for new or replacement structures. If storm damage occurs lines can be replaced or repaired. 

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For more information:

• IT Disaster Recovery Plan, ready.gov.

• Top 4 Types of Disaster Recovery Plans, solutionsreview.com.

• Disaster recovery vs. security recovery plans: Why you need separate strategies, CSO from IDG, csoonline.com.

• The IT Disaster Recovery Program, YALE-MSS-3: Disaster Recovery (DR), Cybersecurity at Yale, free, cybersecurity.yale.edu. 

  • YALE-MSS-3.1: Create a Disaster Recovery Plan, cybersecurity.yale.edu.

  • YALE-MSS-3.2: Test the Disaster Recovery Plan, cybersecurity.yale.edu.

 

​WizCase.com provides a nice overview of the main types of disasters and action steps and tools that might be needed. The individual homeowner is a focus but the guide is applicable to small or large businesses as well. When it storms...we all get wet. 

• Natural Disasters Guide and Resources, a recovery/planning guide with infographic summaries of the sections. (wizcase.com)