In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses face numerous threats that can disrupt operations and jeopardise their survival. To navigate these challenges, it’s critical to have a robust BCDR (Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery) plan in place. 

Otaris is committed to helping businesses implement comprehensive BCDR strategies, ensuring that their operations remain resilient in the face of unexpected disruptions.

Understanding Business Continuity
and Disaster Recovery

BCDR (Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery) involves planning and preparing to ensure that a company’s essential functions can continue during and after a disaster. 

Disaster Recovery (DR) focuses specifically on the strategies and processes required to restore IT systems and data to full functionality following a catastrophic event. Together, BCDR encompasses a holistic approach to safeguarding business operations.

For businesses, the impact of downtime can be devastating. Studies show that a significant percentage of smaller enterprises that experience a major data loss or prolonged outage never fully recover. 

  • Minimising downtime: Ensuring that critical business  functions are restored quickly.
  • Protecting data: Preventing data loss through regular  backups and secure storage.
  • Maintaining customer trust: Ensuring continuity of  service and communication.
  • Complying with regulations: Meeting industry  standards and legal requirements.
  • Reducing financial losses: Minimising the economic  impact of disruptions.

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Otaris BCDR
Solutions

At Otaris, we offer a range of tailored solutions designed to help small businesses develop and implement effective BCDR plans.

Risk Assessment and Planning

The first step in creating a robust BCDR strategy is conducting a thorough risk assessment. Our team of experts will work with you to:

  • Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities specific to your business.
  • Evaluate the potential impact of different types of disruptions.
  • Develop a comprehensive BCDR plan tailored to your unique needs.

Data Backup and Recovery Solutions

Regular data backups are a cornerstone of any effective BCDR plan. Otaris provides state-of-the-art backup solutions that ensure your critical data is securely stored and easily recoverable. Our services include:

  • Automated backups: Ensuring regular and reliable data backups with minimal manual intervention.
  • Offsite storage: Protecting your data by storing backups in secure, geographically dispersed locations.
  • Rapid recovery: Enabling quick restoration of data to minimise downtime.

Cloud-Based Continuity

Leveraging cloud technology is essential for modern BCDR strategies. Otaris offers cloud-based solutions that provide flexibility, scalability, and resilience. Our services include:

  • Cloud storage: Securely storing your data in the cloud to ensure accessibility and protection.
  • Cloud computing: Utilising cloud resources to maintain business operations even if your physical infrastructure is compromised.
  • Disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS): Offering comprehensive disaster recovery solutions that leverage the cloud for rapid restoration of IT services.

Onsite and Offsite Redundancy

Redundancy is a key element of effective BCDR planning. Otaris helps you establish both onsite and offsite redundancy measures to ensure that your critical systems and data are always protected. Our services include:

  • Onsite redundancy: Setting up redundant systems and components within your physical infrastructure to ensure continuous operation.
  • Offsite redundancy: Establishing remote backup locations and failover systems to protect against localised disasters.

Incident Response and Management

Preparing for incidents is just as important as preventing them. Our incident response and management services help you quickly address and resolve disruptions, minimising their impact. Our approach includes:

  • Incident response planning: Developing detailed response plans that outline the steps to take in the event of a disruption.
  • Incident management: Coordinating and managing the response to incidents to ensure a swift and effective resolution.
  • Post-incident analysis: Reviewing and analysing incidents to identify lessons learned and improve future resilience.

Employee Training and Awareness

A well-informed and prepared workforce is crucial for effective BCDR. Otaris offers employee training and awareness programs designed to ensure that your team is ready to respond to disruptions. Our training programs include:

  • BCDR plan training: Educating employees on your BCDR plan and their specific roles and responsibilities.
  • Regular drills and exercises: Conducting simulations and exercises to test and refine your BCDR plan.
  • Ongoing education: Providing continuous learning opportunities to keep your team informed about the latest BCDR best practices.

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Whether you require private cloud solutions, onsite server management, or advanced networking equipment, our team has the expertise to meet your needs.