The robustness of your business’s IT infrastructure can be the difference between seamless operations and catastrophic downtime. The recent CrowdStrike software update incident, which disrupted 8.5 million Windows devices globally, underscores the necessity of having a reliable disaster recovery plan in place.

BornGood's Disaster Recovery Service provides an indispensable solution to ensure your business remains operational during such IT crises. Offering immediate access to Grade A, refurbished IT equipment, our service is both sustainable and cost-efficient, designed to minimize downtime and protect your business from the unforeseen. Let’s delve into why a disaster recovery plan is not just a precaution, but a critical strategy for business resilience.

 

Lessons from the CrowdStrike Update

The CrowdStrike update incident on July 18 serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our interconnected IT ecosystems. Affecting 8.5 million Windows devices globally, this event highlighted how even a minor software update can lead to significant disruptions. Businesses relying on these systems faced unexpected downtime, which could have been mitigated with a robust disaster recovery plan. This incident demonstrates the critical need for immediate access to alternative IT solutions.

The event underscores that disaster recovery isn't just about restoring systems; it's about ensuring business continuity and minimizing financial and operational impacts. Learning from the CrowdStrike update, it’s clear that proactive disaster recovery planning is essential for business resilience.

 

The Cost of IT Disruptions

Insurers estimated that the global technology outage sparked by CrowdStrike’s faulty update will cost US Fortune 500 companies $5.4bn. Without a disaster recovery plan, the costs can escalate quickly as companies scramble to find immediate solutions. 

It's not just about immediate costs; long-term reputational damage can also impact customer trust and loyalty.

 

Why Your Business Needs a Plan

A well-crafted disaster recovery plan enables your business to respond swiftly and effectively, minimizing downtime and reducing financial losses.

Without a plan, your business is at the mercy of unpredictable events, risking both operational stability and customer trust. Implementing a disaster recovery plan equips your business with the tools to address disruptions proactively, safeguarding your reputation and bottom line.

 

BornGood's Disaster Recovery Service

Immediate Access to IT Equipment

When an unexpected IT disruption occurs, every minute of downtime can have significant consequences. Our service ensures that your business can quickly deploy Grade A, refurbished IT equipment, minimizing operational interruptions. Our inventory of high-quality refurbished devices is ready to be called upon at a moment's notice.

24/7 Emergency Support

Our team of experts is always on hand to assist with rapid hardware deployment and troubleshooting, allowing you to restore normal operations as quickly as possible.  

 

Rapid and Secure Hardware Deployment

The speed at which you can replace and deploy equipment is critical. Each piece of hardware is rigorously tested and sanitized using Blancco Drive Erasure Software, guaranteeing secure and reliable replacements. This ensures that your data remains protected and your business complies with all relevant security standards. The combination of speed and security in our hardware deployment process helps you recover quickly from IT disruptions while maintaining data integrity.