Monitoring and testing DR strategies

DR is not a set-and-forget process. It demands ongoing attention and management. The process of testing, monitoring, and maintaining the DR strategy is crucial for ensuring resilience and operational continuity. Let us explore each aspect and understand how they can assist you in ensuring that they are always ready to be deployed effectively:

• Testing and validation: Regularly testing your DRP is crucial and it is more than just ticking the boxes. It helps you ensure that the DR strategies work as intended. This activity involves simulating various DR testing scenarios and observing how your DRP holds up. The testing should comprehensively cover all the aspects of your DRP and should account for any new changes in your environment or infrastructure.
• Monitoring DRPs: Continuous monitoring of DRPs is essential for early detection of potential issues that could impede your recovery during an actual disaster. This includes monitoring the...