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• DRaaS providers make streamlined testing a reality

  When you're using a cloud-based disaster recovery plan, you really don't have an excuse for overlooking consistent testing, as it can be a pain-free, streamlined process. Continue Reading

• What are some virtual machine disaster recovery challenges?

  For improved virtual disaster recovery, it's important to keep an eye on server provisioning. Production machines that are not enabled for DR can cause big headaches later. Continue Reading

• A free IT risk assessment template

  A risk assessment is a critical part of the DR planning process. Read our guide on how to prepare a risk assessment, and then download our free risk assessment template. Continue Reading

• Understand virtualized disaster recovery practices and practicalities

  Elements of virtual disaster recovery are not available in the physical world and can make IT life easier. Is it time for your organization to go all-virtual? Continue Reading

• Cloud disaster recovery plan testing should include provider

  Get your cloud DR test plan in order with this group of guidelines. Find out what your DRaaS vendor has to offer in terms of testing and how to make the most of it. Continue Reading

• How can standards for business continuity aid compliance?

  Working with the right business continuity and disaster recovery standards should get your organization on the path to compliance. Reviewing and updating plans is also important.Continue Reading

• How can I manage hybrid disaster recovery architecture effectively?

  When taking a hybrid disaster recovery approach -- using public and private components -- it's important to understand your requirements, assets and networks.Continue Reading

• Your business continuity communication plan should include impact of social media

  Social media mistakes can bring down an organization as easily as a technical disruption can. It's important to analyze user activity and include it in a business continuity plan.Continue Reading

• Beware of hidden gotchas in DR-as-a-service options

  Discover the must-have features organizations of any size should keep top of mind when shopping for a cloud-based DR provider. Future services may include converged offerings.Continue Reading

• Storage disaster recovery plans must account for weather threats

  Do your storage DR plans factor in weather-related issues? Sometimes, a low-tech approach to protecting your precious data works better than the cloud.Continue Reading

• Business continuity planning steps to keep your organization running

  Tackle the business continuity plan process with this checklist of items that details what to include in documents and who to include in planning and emergency situations.Continue Reading

• business continuity plan (BCP)

  A business continuity plan (BCP) is a document that consists of the critical information an organization needs to continue operating during an unplanned event.Continue Reading

• Seven business continuity strategy planning mistakes

  Given the comprehensive nature of business continuity planning, mistakes can happen. Explore some of the most common errors to avoid before a disaster hits.Continue Reading

• Protect against ransomware with comprehensive backup and recovery

  Planning for ransomware recovery should be a prime concern for any organization. But make sure data protection vendors can provide the right tools to fend off attacks.Continue Reading

• Protection against ransomware takes flight with canary files

  As ransomware attackers get smarter, it's important for data protection systems to step up their game. Canary files and infection detection are a good start.Continue Reading