LegalGELegalGE
...

Disaster Recovery Planning

Why do I need DRP if I have BCP?

BCP is the strategy for the whole business, while DRP is the specific technical manual for IT recovery. You need both to survive a modern disaster.

Can DRP prevent ransomware?

DRP doesn't prevent the attack itself (that's cybersecurity), but it prevents the *impact* by allowing you to restore data from backups instead of paying the ransom.

Is DRP mandatory in Georgia?

For critical infrastructure (banks, energy, government), yes, under the Law on Information Security. For others, it's a best practice for risk management.

What is a "Hot Site"?

A Hot Site is a fully mirrored backup data center that runs simultaneously with the main one, allowing near-instant recovery with almost zero downtime.

Reading Time

3 min

Published

...

Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP): Salvaging IT Infrastructure

In the digital age, data is a company's most valuable asset. A Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) is a technical document and process ensuring the restoration of IT systems, servers, and data following a critical incident. Unlike a general Business Continuity Plan, a DRP focuses on technological aspects. In Georgia, with the rise of cyberattacks and technological failures, the absence of a DRP means that even a single server damage can prove fatal for a business. DRP services help organizations minimize Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO), which is essential for maintaining client service continuity and fulfilling legal obligations.

What Does This Service Cover?

Creating a DRP requires deep technical and legal knowledge:

  • Defining RTO and RPO: Establishing Recovery Time Objective (time needed to restore the system) and Recovery Point Objective (maximum allowable data loss) parameters based on business needs.
  • Backup Strategy: Selecting secure data storage methods (cloud services, physical servers, hybrid models) and their geographical diversification.
  • Setting up DR Sites: Planning hot, warm, or cold backup infrastructure ready to replace the main system.
  • Drafting Recovery Procedures: Step-by-step technical instructions for IT staff on gradually restarting systems.
  • Cyber Incident Response: Integrating DRP with cybersecurity protocols to ensure recovery from clean (virus-free) copies.
  • Regular Testing: Testing the DRP under near-real conditions (Failover tests) for guaranteed results.

Common Scenarios When You Need This Service

A DRP is activated during technological crises:

  • Physical Server Damage: Fire or water has destroyed the server room. The DRP ensures data recovery from cloud storage or a secondary location.
  • Database Corruption: A software error has deleted the client database. The DRP allows reverting to the last stable version with minimal loss.
  • Ransomware Attack: Hackers have encrypted all files. If a robust DRP and isolated backups exist, the company won't have to pay the ransom.
  • Prolonged Power Outage: When generators can no longer provide power, the DRP provides for safe system shutdown and switching to a data center in another region.

Georgian Legal Framework

Protection of technological infrastructure is regulated by the Law of Georgia on Information Security, which obliges subjects of critical information systems (banks, telecoms, government agencies) to have an information security policy and recovery plan. Also, the Law on Personal Data Protection requires data processors to ensure data integrity and availability, which is impossible without a DRP. The National Bank's Cybersecurity Management Framework imposes strict requirements on RTO limits for commercial banks.

Process of Service Delivery

Drafting a DRP begins with an IT audit and risk analysis. Specialists determine which systems are most critical. Then a technological solution is chosen (e.g., Cloud replication). A detailed plan is written, and responsible persons are appointed. The final and most important stage is "drills"—the IT team conducts artificial system shutdowns and measures how long it takes to restore them to meet business requirements.

Why Legal.ge?

A Disaster Recovery Plan is not just an IT task; it is a matter of legal liability. On Legal.ge, you will find experts combining technological knowledge and legal competence. They will help you draft a DRP that complies with Georgian legislation and ensures your business's technological resilience. Don't wait for a system crash; act today.

Updated: ...

Specialists for this service

Loading...