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Computer and Systems Architecture

2011

Heather M Brotherton

Disaster recovery; business continuity; cyber infrastructure; resiliency; data center; best practice

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(Master's Thesis) Data Center Recovery Best Practices: Before, During, And After Disaster Recovery Execution, Heather M. Brotherton Apr 2011

(Master's Thesis) Data Center Recovery Best Practices: Before, During, And After Disaster Recovery Execution, Heather M. Brotherton

Heather M Brotherton

This qualitative multiple case study analysis reviews well documented past information technology disasters with a goal of identifying practical before, during, and after disaster recovery best practices. The topic of cyberinfrastructure resiliency is explored including barriers to cyberinfrastructure resiliency. Factors explored include: adherence to established procedures, staff training in recovery procedures, chain of command structure, recovery time and cost, and mutual aid relationships. Helpful tools and resources are included to assist planners.