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    • Maximum Tolerable Period of Disruption MTPOD key to DR/BC success

    DRP Template

    Disaster Recovery Business Contuintiy Topics

    The application of the Maximum Tolerable Period of Disruption (MTPOD) concept means rethinking how a business impact analysis  is approached. While many DRP / BCP professionals start a business impact analysis - by gathering data from individual departments, MTPOD forces DRP / BCP professionals to first look at products and services. Disaster Recovery and Business continuity professionals should understand downtime tolerance, taking into account:

    • Customer expectations
    • Regulatory requirements
    • Reputational issues
    • Financial and operational impairment
    • Strategic consequences.

    With an understanding of MTPOD and cycle time, the business continuity professional can identify what is commonly accepted as the core output of the business impact analysis

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    Disaster Planning Business Continuity Job Descriptions

    Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Team defined with full job descriptions

    FR/BC management team job descriptionsMost organization have DRP and/or BCP Plan in place. The one area that there is lacking is the definition of responsibilities. To that end, Janco has created a unique set of job descriptions that define specific roles and responsibilities for individuals within the enterprise.

    The Disaster Recovery Business Continuity template has been purchased by over 2,500 enterprise world-wide in both the public and private sectors. 

    You have the option to just get the DR/BC Management team or all 326 plus job descriptions that are avaialble in the complete suite.  Each is 3 to 8 pages in length, meets all mandated requirements, and was recently updated to meet the latest technology requirements.

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    AI is the next step in DRP and BIA

    AI supports Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

    Artificial intelligence (AI) can play a role in Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

    Mitigation

    • AI can analyze historical data to identify vulnerable areas and assess risk factors.
    • AI can help in  creating hazard maps and predicting extreme events, aiding in proactive planning.

    Preparedness

    • AI-driven chatbots and virtual assistants can streamline communication between emergency responders, government agencies, and affected populations.
    • AI driven real-time data analysis can allow for better resource allocation and decision-making.

    Response - During disasters, AI can

    • Map, analyze, and model disaster zones to provide updated travel advisories.
    • Mobilize and locate stakeholders.
    • Assist disaster response teams by identifying resource deployment needs.
    • AI also improves coordination among stakeholders.

    Responce - During recovery AI can

    • Help assess damage, prioritize recovery efforts, and allocate resources efficiently.
    • Support and assist the decision support processes to aid in post-disaster recovery and business continuity management

    Overall, AI can contribute significantly to DRP and BCP risk reduction by enhancing prediction, response, and recovery efforts.

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    Top 10 Backup failures made by CIOs

    Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Mistakes

    Failure is not an option when considering disaster recovery and business continuity. Only when a backup is needed and then found that it is lacking or missing do many CIOs, IT Managers, and users appreciate the complexity  of the issue.

    1. Backing up only desktops and ignoring laptops, tablets, smartphone and other mobile devices
    2. Thinking that all that matters are mainframe or data center data bases
    3. Not understanding the differences in various deduplication solutions
    4. Not understanding what impact the backup processes have on users
    5. Not having a good grasp of the security implications due to disparate backup files
    6. Focusing only on what is needed today and ignoring future ramifications
    7. Not having a robust deployment solution defined
    8. Understanding the total cost of ownership for a solution or lack of a complete backup and security solution
    9. Ignoring BYOD implications and complications
    10. Not understanding he implications of the backup solution for disaster recovery and business continuity

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    First steps when a disaster or ransomware attack occurs

    Ransomware and DR/BC Process Infrastructure

    Ramsomware and DC/BC Recovery Time

    The recoverty support team, as soon as a DR/BC or ransomware event is declared, should have at least one individual go to the recovery management room and ensure that it is ready.

    Have several copies, of the recovery plan accessible - either electronic or physical printed copy;

    • Bringing along a recovery nteam team battle box containing all the required documents, stationery, log sheets and equipment;
    • Setting up the room;
    • Setting out role cards in a set order;
    • Preparing incident boards;
    • Setting up and/or testing telephones and laptops if they are being used; and
    • Setting up and testing the Wi-Fi and internet connectivity.

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