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In order to solve the problem of how to maintain data center continuity during a disaster, this article introduces the corresponding analysis and answer in detail, hoping to help more partners who want to solve this problem to find an easier way.

For organizations and people who maintain disaster recovery and business continuity in the data center, a recent survey called "data Center after the epidemic" released by Uptime Institute, the data center standards body, may make them a little uneasy. "there is an important assumption in our analysis that the coronavirus epidemic is only one of many epidemic diseases and will face more disasters and outbreaks in the future," the report said. "

Until now, many people have not been aware of the possible impact of the coronavirus epidemic. Now, they are impatient to continue to implement the restrictions needed to control the epidemic, but they may have to face the reality that such incidents will happen again. From now on, people may live in the shadow of the epidemic.

For business continuity managers of critical infrastructure in the data center industry, the business continuity of users depends on the continuity of the data center, including cloud computing and cloud services from hosting providers. Enterprises must take into account the key role that data centers play in their business continuity, especially during outbreaks.

The new normal of business continuity

The epidemic not only poses unique challenges to business continuity, but also increases the demand for data center applications from shopping to staff meetings and from the physical world to the virtual world. it also forces organizations to run for months or years in the response phase of disaster recovery plans.

This means that people have been in multiple disaster patterns for most of the year, such as the need for the United States to guard against coronavirus outbreaks while dealing with short-term disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires. This may represent the new normal of business continuity.

Excellent practice of business continuity

Maintaining data center continuity during multiple disasters requires collaboration between data center organizations, their cloud computing and hosting providers, and data center equipment and service providers. Here are five good practices that can maintain continuity for data center and customer business during a double disaster:

(1) actively communicate with customers

Since the beginning of this year, the coronavirus outbreak has been of concern to business continuity professionals. Data center operators are actively working with cloud computing and managed service providers to ensure that they are prepared for this. For example, a virtual desktop infrastructure is planned to be implemented during the outbreak so that employees can work remotely from home, and you need to ensure that partners can provide the capabilities needed to support the program. To this end, data center operators need to communicate with customers as soon as possible in the planning process and try to predict their needs.

(2) strengthen power supply redundancy

When evaluating potential data center partners, the first thing to understand is the power architecture. For example, is there the necessary redundancy, backup power system and appropriate processes to provide continuity of power supply in the event of a grid failure? Data center operators need to be aware of the continuity challenges posed by power outages, such as UPS power failure or generator failure to start as planned. It is also necessary to ensure the diversity of power sources to minimize the risk of large-scale grid failures.

(3) continuous monitoring equipment

Continuous monitoring helps data center operators cope with power capacity fluctuations that occur during the outbreak. By understanding the application of power capacity, data center operators can cooperate with providers to upgrade new power capacity in a timely manner. It is hoped that data center partners will also be able to do the same in their critical infrastructure. As the epidemic continues to spread, the implementation of more and more equipment monitoring and the transition to "smart hand" management have proved to be of great significance to data center operators and their customers.

(4) maintain capacity elasticity

During the epidemic, the availability of cloud computing services has been a lifesaver for users to conduct business. However, relying on cloud computing services means that as users' demand for capacity grows, data center operators must have access to more available resources. This challenge can be addressed by giving priority to user needs and working closely with partners. Data center operators must also ensure that industry users are provided with the critical infrastructure they need to continue to expand available capacity. This includes the factory's ability to produce pre-designed data center modules and facilities. These prefabricated systems enable cloud computing and managed service providers to acquire new capacity faster than using traditional processes, while reducing the complexity and labor required for deployment.

(5) make a service plan

Specialized services such as those required to maintain the power and cooling infrastructure of data centres are essential for the secure recovery of data centres affected by natural disasters. However, in the face of outbreaks and natural disasters, technical experts may not be able to go to the disaster areas to solve the problem. An important part of the business continuity plan is to ensure that data center operators receive local expert assistance to help customers recover.

If the continuity of data center operation is not guaranteed, the business continuity of users cannot be achieved. In response to disasters, these resources need to be maintained to maintain business continuity. However, this goal is only important in the context of the larger goal: to ensure that customers can use the engineering, manufacturing, and service resources provided by data center operators when they need them most.

This is the answer to the question on how to maintain the continuity of the data center during the disaster. I hope the above content can be of some help to you. If you still have a lot of doubts to be solved, you can follow the industry information channel for more related knowledge.

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