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DR: The Unspoken Truth About Disaster Recovery
Let’s face the ugly truth: disaster recovery (DR) is often an afterthought in IT strategies. It’s a necessary evil, a checkbox to be ticked off before moving on to more pressing concerns. But what happens when disaster strikes? Will your data be safe? Will your business remain afloat?
According to JJ Milner, chief cloud architect and MD of Global Micro Solutions, it’s time to stop hiding behind the veil of "it can’t happen to me." "We need to stop pretending that cloud providers will save us from themselves," he says. "The customer is ultimately responsible for their data, no matter what the cloud provider promises."
This reality check is echoed by Steve Porter, head of business development at Metrofile: "Your data is your responsibility, period. You can’t rely on cloud providers to magically make your data safe." The cost of neglecting this fundamental principle? A whopping average of $400,000 per hour for enterprise-sized businesses, according to an IBM study.
The AI-Centric Approach: A Recipe for Disaster?
The integration of AI and ML in disaster recovery has raised red flags. Byron Horn-Botha, business unit head at Arcserve Southern Africa, warns that AI-generated DR plans could contain loopholes and create generic one-size-fits-all solutions. "Your organisation’s infrastructure, data, and operational priorities are unique – an AI-generated plan won’t consider these essential factors," he cautions. Instead, Horn-Botha argues, organisations must take ownership of their disaster recovery strategy, leveraging their own knowledge and expertise.
The DRaaS Conundrum: Managed or DIY?
Small and medium-sized businesses face a daunting decision: outsource disaster recovery to a managed service or go it alone with a DIY approach. While managed DRaaS offers flexibility and expertise, it comes at a steep price. DIY DRaaS, on the other hand, requires significant resources and planning. So, which way to turn? Milner advises, "Your DR plan should be pragmatic. You can’t treat it like a checkbox – it’s a continuous learning process."
The Inescapable Truth: Disaster Recovery is Not a Luxury
We must confront the harsh reality: disaster recovery is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Neglect it at your own peril. As businesses increasingly rely on cloud services and sophisticated technology, the stakes are higher than ever. It’s time to stop evading the truth and take decisive action to ensure the survival of our companies and data.
Will you ignore the warning signs or take proactive steps to guarantee the integrity of your data and operations? The choice is yours. But beware: the consequences of neglecting disaster recovery will be catastrophic.
