International Disaster Recovery Planning

The trademark of the 90s–sophisticated technologies that enable a new ease of communications, both nationally and internationally–combined with the consistent expansion of companies has created a stronger link among businesses and nations throughout the world. Furthermore, the creation of a new European common market in 1992 will also profoundly affect and transform the way in… Continue reading International Disaster Recovery Planning

How to Travel During A War

With the termination of the war against Iraq, the threat of terrorist activity to “avenge” American interference in the Gulf region is becoming an increasing concern for American businesses. The airline industry is one of the most frequent targets of terrorism; unfortunately, it is impossible for many businesses to restrict or halt all travel. If… Continue reading How to Travel During A War

Disaster Recovery from the European Viewpoint

During early 1990, the administrative headquarters at Digital’s customer services division, located in southern England, was burned to the ground, resulting in six VAX 6000 systems and approximately three hundred terminals suffering severe smoke damage. Despite high-profile occurrences such as the DEC fire, it is estimated that within the United Kingdom, over three quarters of… Continue reading Disaster Recovery from the European Viewpoint

Disaster Recovery International Style

At midnight, December 31, 1992, the entire economic structure of Europe will change dramatically. At that time the European Community (EC) will unite into a single common market. This unprecedented act where currency, information, goods, people, and services may move freely among the 12 EC member countries will alter the way U.S. companies (with foreign… Continue reading Disaster Recovery International Style

The Computer Recovery Facility

A profile of one company’s debut and involvement in the disaster recovery industry in Malaysia Mr. Michael Tong, a naturalized Canadian born in Klang, Malaysia, realized the opportunity and need for Recovery Planning Services in Malaysia. The 42 year old business technology entrepreneur, while residing in Canada, saw this void and need in his native… Continue reading The Computer Recovery Facility