One of the most valuable assets for any company is its data. Hardware and software can easily be replaced, but a company’s data cannot! 

Here are some simple things you should do to make sure your company is ready for any disaster such as permanent server hardware failure, fire, theft or flood:

1. Back Up and Store Your Data Remotely!

Everyone knows that data should be backed up on a dailybasis, but many people still use in-house tape drives that will get damaged in a flood or fire, and can easily be stolen. We recommend backing up all data to a secure off-site location.

2. Use a Quality Surge Protector With Uninterruptible Power Supply Battery.

A high quality surge protector combined with an uninterruptible power supply battery backup will go a long way in protecting sensitive electronic equipment from surges and other electronic irregularities that can destroy your computer’s circuitry.

3. Make Sure Your Servers Are Off The Floor.

If your office gets flooded, having your equipment off the floor will prevent it from being completely destroyed. Server racks can be purchased and installed very inexpensively.

4. Have A Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan

Every business should have some type of plan in place for continued operation after a disaster. Would people know where to go? Who to call? How to log in and access data remotely? Hopefully you’ll never need it, but having a simple plan will make you sleep a lot easier at night knowing you have a way to continue to operate when disaster strikes.