The Five Key Recovery Concepts

The Five Key Recovery Concepts are guiding principles for restoring systems after a disruption. They include: (1) Backup Strategies—creating copies of important data regularly; (2) Recovery Procedures—having clear steps to restore systems efficiently; (3) Testing and Exercises—periodically practicing recovery plans to identify gaps; (4) Communication Plans—ensuring everyone knows their role and how to communicate during recovery; and (5) Continuity Planning—developing strategies to keep essential functions running during and after an incident. Together, these concepts help organizations minimize downtime and protect valuable assets effectively.