Threat

Mission and business essential functions are at risk to interruption from a disaster without a disaster recovery plan properly documented and executed within 5 days of activation. Categorizing the level of impact of the data, training proper personnel, building in proper process can ensure success in the planning.

Implementation Guidance

1. A disaster plan shall exist that provides for the partial resumption of mission or business essential functions within 5 days of activation. 2. Disaster recovery procedures shall include business recovery plans, system contingency plans, facility disaster recovery plans, and plan acceptance.

Resources

- DoD Directive 3020.26, Defense Continuity Program, 08 September 2004

Framework

DoD Instruction 8500.2

Subject Area

Continuity

Impact Code

Low

MAC Levels

MAC 3