When selecting a disaster recovery solution, it can be difficult to choose the right vendor, as the range of products and offerings can be overwhelming. To help reduce the options down to manageable levels and find an appropriate solution, consider asking vendors the following questions, according to Solutions Review:
- How has the system historically performed, and how does it improve recovery?
- Can the system be scaled up or down, depending on immediate needs, or will modifications require new products?
- What is the total cost of the solution, between software, hardware, maintenance, and other associated fees?
- What support is offered for deployment, training, and trouble-shooting?
- How is data security ensured, and what sort of encryption is supported?
While additional information will need to be sought to ensure the purchased solution is best suited for your organization, the above questions will help to establish a framework by which inappropriate options can be eliminated.
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