Creation, Implementation, and Testing of a BCDR Plan
Once you’ve identified your requirements, defined the scope of the BCDR plan, and assessed its risks, it’s time to create and implement your plan. This part of the process relies heavily on the research, planning, and analysis you’ve done already, and it’s all about translating these findings into a practical, executable, and comprehensive BCDR plan.
Creating Your Plan
The process begins with a thorough creation (or design) phase where the organization evaluates potential BCDR solutions against previously established technical and business requirements. This is where the organization identifies the best-fit solution that meets its needs.
During the design phase, technical requirements for the BCDR solution, including required services, features, and capacity, must be defined. Support requirements should also be included in SLAs and contracts with the BCDR provider. The plan should clearly determine...