IT Disaster Recovery Plan Checklist ( IT )

This checklist is designed to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to prepare for potential IT disasters and to recover systems and data effectively. It outlines the critical components of a disaster recovery plan to safeguard IT resources.

• Identify Critical Systems

  List all systems and applications that are critical to business operations, including their importance and dependencies.

• Define Recovery Time Objectives (RTO)

  Establish the maximum acceptable downtime for each critical system to determine how quickly they must be restored.

• Define Recovery Point Objectives (RPO)

  Determine the maximum acceptable amount of data loss measured in time, indicating how often data backups should occur.

• Create Data Backup Procedures

  Develop and document processes for regular data backups, including backup frequency, storage location, and data verification steps.

• Establish Disaster Recovery Team

  Identify key personnel responsible for executing the disaster recovery plan and outline their roles and responsibilities.

• Develop Communication Plan

  Create a plan for internal and external communication during a disaster, including contact information for team members and stakeholders.

• Test Disaster Recovery Plan

  Conduct regular drills and tests of the disaster recovery plan to ensure all team members understand their roles and the procedures work as intended.

• Review and Update Plan Regularly

  Establish a schedule for reviewing and updating the disaster recovery plan to reflect changes in technology, personnel, and business operations.