When do I need to devise a cloud recovery plan for my company?

Brands of every size and nature require one thing that is extremely important for them to run the business smoothly, on a daily basis. Besides, considering the pace at which business is done in these times, even 24 hours of inactivity could mean a lot.

What businesses cannot do without is, data. While this is fairly understood and accepted by most, what is clearly not understood or taken care of is the fact that Data can be wiped off within the blink of a eye, if a disaster comes knocking. And a disaster as we know is often an uninvited guest.

So, devising a cloud recovery plan for your data and protecting your data from one, should happen today. Yes, with immediate effect. For the simple reason that a catastrophe can strike anytime and it can strike anything. And that anything could be your business.

To choose from the best cloud disaster recovery providers, what you need to do is pay attention to the offerings and the differentiating factor. For example, it’s always advisable to go for a disaster recovery plan that offers 4 copies. Not just that but a plan that is customizable for your business and needs. So, besides getting your data secured in four different centers where 2 copies are kept in the primary datacenter, one in another datacenter and the last one in a seismic zone, you also get what suits your business the best.

While the primary benefit one must look into when it comes to a disaster recovery plan is safety and security, the price comes a close second. Choose a cloud provider and plan that works just perfect for your business and pocket - simply because investing too less or too much will not help as the repercussions can be felt sooner or later.

 What’s more, having the right provider who ensures that your data is back in no time during a disaster is equally important. Here’s where a DR specialist who can plan, test and in case of a disaster execute the recovery process quickly and professionally makes a difference. A big one at that!

Leaving aside safety and price, what you, as a company, must also look into when you’re scouting for a cloud recovery provider are a few other factors which include quick recovery of mission critical applications, customized DR Plans, pay only when you use option, remote management of all Backups and multi-tenant management, to name a few.

Start today if you still haven't considered a cloud recovery plan for your business. Remember, now is the best time.