Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)

ReformIT’s rapid recovery solutions keep your business running, even in a crisis. Our Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) is fully managed, allowing you to prioritise important business tasks.

According to industry statistics:

44%

of businesses have no disaster recovery plan in place

33%

of UK businesses say they have lost customers following a disaster

90%

of businesses using DRaaS reported faster recovery times

90%

of businesses that lose their data in an emergency close within 2 years

We help businesses across Gloucestershire avoid becoming part of these statistics.

Responsive disaster recovery solutions

How Would Your Business Fare if Disaster Struck?

Unfortunately, in today’s ever-changing digital world, unforeseen disasters can disrupt your business in an instant. Whether it's a cyber-attack, system failure, or natural disaster such as a fire, flood or worse, the ability to recover quickly is crucial for maintaining operations and protecting your reputation.

At ReformIT, we offer both proactive and responsive disaster recovery solutions designed to safeguard your business against data loss, downtime, and service interruptions. Our tailored strategies ensure that your systems and data are secure, so you can continue with minimal disruption and greater peace of mind, no matter what challenges arise.

Through our managed service, you can count on resilient, long-term business continuity that prepares you for the unexpected!

Restore systems and data

Why Disaster Recovery Matters

Without disaster recovery in place, your business risks extended downtime, hampering normal operations and exposing you to regulatory penalties. Your business may also suffer from extensive digital damage, making it harder to restore systems and data, and increasing the cost of recovery.

Understandably, not all businesses have the time or expertise to create their own disaster recovery solutions, especially since these need to be regularly updated and tested. However, a well-prepared disaster recovery service which is managed for you ensures faster recovery, protecting your business operations whilst taking the effort out of your hands.

Our 4-Step process

Prevention Is Better Than Cure: Our 4-Step Process

Assessment & Planning

We will assess your business’s specific risks and create a disaster plan tailored to your needs, defining recovery objectives, recovery strategies, and service level agreements (SLAs).

Data Backup & Protection

We will implement secure, automated data backups to ensure all your key business information is safely stored (and easy to retrieve).

Testing & Optimisation

We will regularly test recovery processes, ensuring that they function smoothly. If we detect any room for improvement, adjustments will be made accordingly.

Incident Response & Recovery

In the event of a disaster, we will provide rapid response and recovery, restoring your systems and data to reduce downtime and disruption.

Our Disaster Recovery Services

Here’s how ReformIT can help you prepare for and deal with severe incidents:

Data Backup Solutions

Secure, Automated Backups: We ensure that all your critical data is automatically backed up at regular intervals, reducing the risk of data loss.
Redundant Backups: Multiple backup copies of your data will be stored across different platforms off-site, protecting your data even during hardware failure or other disruptions.

Business Continuity Planning

Bespoke Strategies: We will work with you to develop a tailored continuity plan, designed to reduce downtime and keep usual operations running as they should be.
Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs): We will define maximum data loss limits, ensuring that your business can recover quickly without significant information loss.
Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs): We set clear timeframes for system restoration to ensure minimal disruption during any incident.

Disaster Recovery Testing

Simulations: Regular disaster recovery simulations help ensure your team is well-prepared and familiar with the recovery procedures.
Sandbox Testing: We will test software or code within a virtual environment, isolated from the rest of your system, to assess the ability to properly restore data quickly.
Failover and Failback Automation: We automate failover processes to quickly switch to backup systems and failback to original systems after recovery.

Cloud-Based Recovery

Scalable Solutions: Our cloud-based recovery options allow businesses to scale recovery efforts based on tailored needs, offering quick system and data restoration.
Fast Restoration: Cloud recovery solutions can quickly bring your systems back online, reducing the amount of downtime your business suffers from.

Incident Response Support

Expert Assistance: In the event of an incident, we will provide rapid access to a team of experts who can assist with incident management and recovery and help you resolve issues promptly.

Why Choose Disaster Recovery as a Service?

There are several reasons why your business should opt for DRaaS, including:

Fast recovery times, as outlined in agreed RTOs.
Protection against data loss during severe incidents.
Compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Cost-effective and scalable solutions tailored to business needs.
Reduced complexity for in-house staff.
Access to industry-leading expertise.

Why Choose ReformIT?

Here’s why clients trust us to implement our disaster recovery services:

Recently nominated as a Finalist for the SoGlos 2024 Awards, which resulted in a “2024 Highly Commended” finish for the Cyber Businesses category.
Over 35 years operating as a trusted IT partner for businesses across Gloucestershire - since 1998!
Customised solutions tailored to each business we work with, getting to know your individual needs and requirements.
Proven track record across different types of businesses and industries, reflecting this through the techniques we will implement.

Protect Your Business Today

Leaving your business to chance during a disaster is a gamble never worth taking. Through ReformIT’s proactive approach, you can protect your most critical information to restore normal trading activities swiftly, even when the worst strikes.

Getting started with us is easy; simply contact us via mobile at 01242 236999 or our online enquiry form (below) and we’ll arrange a FREE consultation to discuss the specifics of your disaster recovery needs!

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FAQs

How much does DRaaS cost?

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach to the cost of our disaster recovery services since the needs of every business are different. For example, small family-run businesses with a smaller amount of data will pay less than larger companies with stricter compliance and storage needs.

To discuss how much this service will cost your business, please get in touch with us.

How is DRaaS different from traditional disaster recovery?

DRaaS is considered an inexpensive alternative to traditional disaster recovery methods since it does not require any hardware investments or upfront capital. Unlike traditional disaster recovery, DRaaS is fully digital, giving businesses faster access to recovered data during a disaster.

What Does RTO and RPO stand for?

The Recovery Time Objective, known simply as an RTO, is the maximum acceptable time it should take to restore operations after a disaster. The Recovery Point Objective, or RPO for short, is the defined maximum acceptable amount of data loss, measured in time (e.g. the last backup point before the incident).

What is a disaster recovery plan?

A disaster recovery plan is a sub-consideration of wider disaster recovery, where a structured approach is taken to outline how a business will respond to and recover from incidents such as data loss, system failures, or cyber-attacks. This plan includes steps for backup, recovery, and communication to strengthen business continuity.

How often should disaster recovery plans be tested?

Disaster recovery plans should be tested at least once a year or whenever significant changes are made to your IT infrastructure or business processes.

Is disaster recovery required for GDPR compliance?

Yes, Article 32 of GDPR requires businesses to implement measures that ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and availability. A disaster recovery plan helps meet these requirements by safeguarding data and ensuring fast restoration in case of a breach or major disruption.

Is this service suitable and affordable for small businesses?

Absolutely! Our disaster recovery services are scalable and cost-effective, meaning they are accessible to businesses of all sizes, regardless of your IT budget. We will tailor our solutions to your operational needs, helping you to get the most for your money.