Workflow Templates: disaster recovery checklist

Identify potential risks and threats specific to the insurance industry.

Conduct a business impact analysis to prioritize critical functions.

Review and update the risk assessment regularly to include new threats.

Document the dependencies and interdependencies of all systems.

Evaluate the legal and regulatory requirements for data protection and recovery.

Develop a contact list for all stakeholders, including employees, clients, and vendors.

Establish clear communication channels and protocols for disaster situations.

Create templates for internal and external communications to ensure consistency.

Schedule regular training and updates to keep the communication plan current.

Test the communication plan periodically to ensure its effectiveness during an actual event.

Implement a robust data backup strategy with both on-site and off-site solutions.

Ensure that all critical data is backed up regularly and securely.

Test backup and recovery procedures to verify that data can be restored quickly.

Document the data recovery processes and assign responsibilities to specific team members.

Review backup and recovery technologies periodically to incorporate advancements.

Inventory all hardware and software assets and their roles in business operations.

Establish redundancy for critical systems to minimize downtime.

Develop and maintain a plan for alternate work sites and remote access capabilities.

Evaluate and implement cybersecurity measures to protect infrastructure.

Coordinate with IT vendors to ensure rapid response during a disaster.

Schedule regular disaster recovery drills to test the effectiveness of the plan.

Update the disaster recovery plan based on test results and lessons learned.

Ensure all employees are trained on the disaster recovery procedures.

Review and update the disaster recovery plan annually or as business needs change.

Maintain documentation of all tests, updates, and incidents for compliance and review.