Posts about business continuity

Everyone needs a disaster recovery plan... These days, we're primed to expect the unexpected. It used to be a common misconception that only large enterprises or global corporations need a well-rounded disaster recovery plan. But of course, disruptions, whether from cyber attacks, natural disasters, or system failures, affect businesses of every size and in every sector. Preparing for the unexpected is not just good practice, it’s essential. A disaster recovery plan forms the foundation of your response to major disruptions and is also useful for planned events such as migrations, upgrades and office moves. At its most basic, a disaster recovery plan defines how your data is backed up, where it’s stored, and who’s responsible for restoring operations. For larger organisations, the plan becomes more complex, factoring in alternative workspaces, communication strategies, equipment replacement, and more. Below, we share the ten essential steps to help you create an effective disaster recovery plan that supports business continuity, complete with explanations and top tips for successful planning.

Tony Beveridge, BC Sales Specialist at Wavenet.

You already protect your organisation with advanced cyber security solutions like MDR, penetration testing, and cloud security. These solutions significantly strengthen your security posture, adding valuable layers of defence — helping you to keep attackers out and threats under control. But here’s the reality: even the strongest security cannot prevent every incident. Human error, supplier failures, power outages, or even natural events can bring your operations to a standstill. That’s where Business Continuity comes in — ensuring that when the unexpected happens, your organisation doesn’t just survive, it continues to thrive.

In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, businesses rely heavily on technology to remain competitive, efficient, and secure. But managing IT infrastructure in-house can be complex, costly, and time-consuming. That’s where a Managed Service Provider (MSP) comes in.

When considering whether to backup or replicate to protect your data, there’s a lot to consider. Your business creates and uses a lot of data. If you were to experience any form of disruption that impacts your data or access to it, you need to know where to focus your resources to enable you to resume operations as swiftly as possible. Your main options are backup or replication. So which do you choose, and why?

For longevity and success, organisations need to be resilient and prepared for anything, to respond quickly if an interruption occurs. Yet, many businesses fall prey to common misconceptions surrounding business continuity that can jeopardise their success. Our team of industry-leading business continuity specialists has identified and addressed the top five myths that are misleading and potentially harmful to your organisation’s readiness for unforeseen challenges.