What is a likely result of a longer recovery time in a disaster recovery plan?

A longer recovery time in a disaster recovery plan typically leads to higher downtime costs. During this extended period, business operations are interrupted, which can result in lost revenue, decreased productivity, and potential damage to the organization’s reputation. The longer the operations remain disrupted, the more significant these financial implications become.

Organizations may face various costs associated with the downtime, such as lost sales opportunities and the ongoing expense of maintaining employees without the ability to generate income. Additionally, extended outages can lead to customer dissatisfaction and erosion of trust, further complicating the path to recovery.

While there may be ancillary costs associated with other options, such as recovery costs or walk-through costs, the most direct and significant financial impact from a longer recovery time is the increased downtime costs. Prioritizing rapid recovery helps mitigate these costs and reinforces the importance of effectively planning and testing disaster recovery strategies.