Protecting IT infrastructure
The U.S. National Weather Service says that 910 storms had already been recorded by mid-May, a considerable number when compared with 1,093 confirmed tornadoes for all of 2007; U.S. business had better be prepared
Whether a business’ IT equipment consists of a simple computer or a large, complex data center, it is critical that this equipment is properly functioning and protected from all types of disasters. As today’s business environment is becoming progressively more dependent on IT infrastructure, business continuity planning continues to command an increasing share of time and resources. Every business, no matter how small or large, is at risk. Large scale disasters occur regularly worldwide from both from natural and human causes. 2008 is shaping up to be one of the most active tornado years in recent history. According to the National Weather Service, 910 storms had already been recorded by mid-May, a considerable number when compared with 1,093 confirmed tornadoes for all of 2007. Florida was struck by widespread power outages in February of this year, attributed to human error at a power plant, then again in May as thousands of acres burned in wildfires.
Computer Technology’s Review’s Chris Loeffler offers a detailed and very useful discussion of the steps rganizations should take to protect their IT infrastucture form natural or man-made disasters.
