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Rollback Plan Checklist
Preparation
Document current system state before deployment
Verify the availability of the rollback team and assign roles
Ensure access to rollback documentation and tools
Backup Procedures
Take full backups of databases, applications, and configuration files
Validate the integrity of backups with test restores
Store backups in a secure and easily accessible location
Monitoring and Detection
Implement real-time monitoring for the release
Define performance and error thresholds triggering the rollback
Establish a clear communication channel for reporting issues
Execution of Rollback
Stop all processes and services gracefully
Restore from verified backups to the last known good state
Perform smoke tests to ensure system functionality
Post-Rollback Actions
Document the reasons for rollback and actions taken
Analyze the root cause of the failure to improve future releases
Communicate the rollback and next steps to all stakeholders
Review and Improvement
Hold a post-mortem meeting to discuss the rollback process
Update rollback procedures based on lessons learned
Train team members on updated procedures and tools
