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BACKUP, DISASTER RECOVERY, AND BUSINESS CONTINUITY POLICY
Policy Objective
This policy is to ensure the adequate recovery from disaster and the continuity of operations during a disaster.
Scope
All persons who are responsible for the management of Parkland College information assets and all critical information assets at Parkland College.
Policy
Section 1 – Backups
- Regular backups of all systems and data required for the primary operation of Parkland College shall be made.
- Backups shall be tested on a regular basis.
- Backups must be stored in a manner that facilitates recovery in the event of a disaster.
- Backups must be protected in accordance with the data contained within them.
Section 2 – Disaster Recovery
- A plan shall be developed for the timely recovery of Parkland College systems and data in the event of a disaster.
- In the event of a disaster affecting Parkland College systems and data, the Disaster Recovery Plan must be activated and followed.
- The Disaster Recovery Plan must be maintained and tested regularly.
Section 4 – Business Continuity
- A plan or program shall be developed for the continuity in the performance of the primary mission of Parkland College in the case of a catastrophic or widely disruptive event.
- The plan or program must ensure the continuity of operations and the ability for continued instruction, essential functions, and operations following a catastrophic or widely disruptive event.
- The Business Continuity Plan or Program must be maintained and tested regularly.