Driftåterställning

Driftåterställning, often translated as disaster recovery or business continuity, refers to a set of policies, tools, and procedures that enable the recovery or continuation of critical infrastructure and systems immediately following a natural or human-induced disaster. The goal is to minimize the impact of a disruptive event on business operations, allowing for a swift return to normal functionality.

This process typically involves planning for various types of disruptions, such as hardware failures, cyberattacks, natural disasters like floods or earthquakes, or even human error. A robust driftåterställning plan identifies critical business functions and the IT systems that support them. It then outlines strategies for protecting these assets and ensuring their availability during and after an incident.

Key components of driftåterställning often include data backup and replication, redundant hardware and network infrastructure, off-site data storage, and detailed procedures for system restoration. Regular testing of the driftåterställning plan is crucial to ensure its effectiveness and to identify any weaknesses before an actual event occurs. The planning and implementation of driftåterställning are essential for organizational resilience and the minimization of potential financial and reputational damage.