IT Disaster Recovery Plan Checklist ( IT )

This checklist outlines the steps necessary to create and validate an effective IT Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) to ensure business continuity in the event of a disaster.

• Identify Critical Systems and Data

  List all critical IT systems and essential data that are vital for business operations, including databases, applications, and infrastructure.

• Conduct Risk Assessment

  Evaluate potential risks and threats to the IT infrastructure, such as natural disasters, cyberattacks, and hardware failures.

• Define Recovery Objectives

  Establish Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) for each critical system.

• Develop Recovery Strategies

  Outline the strategies for recovering each critical system, including backup solutions and alternate site options.

• Create the Disaster Recovery Plan Documentation

  Document the entire disaster recovery plan, including roles, responsibilities, and recovery procedures.

• Schedule Regular Testing

  Plan for regular testing of the disaster recovery plan to ensure its effectiveness and to train staff on their roles.

• Review and Update the Plan

  Establish a review cycle for the disaster recovery plan to ensure it is up to date with changes in technology and business processes.