Step 1
Define RTO and RPO targets
Set recovery objectives by business impact so restoration work is prioritized correctly.
- Define target RTO and RPO for API, data, and dashboard workflows.
- Prioritize restore order for business-critical services.
- Document dependencies that could delay recovery.
Step 2
Document restore and verification workflow
Clarify who executes each recovery task and what proves successful restoration.
- Assign responders for infrastructure, data, and application recovery tasks.
- Define verification checks for data consistency and service availability.
- Include communication checkpoints for internal and customer updates.
Step 3
Run and review continuity drills
Periodic exercises reduce uncertainty and improve time-to-recovery.
- Run tabletop and technical restore drills on a regular schedule.
- Track drill gaps, follow-up actions, and due dates.
- Update runbooks and contact lists after each exercise.