Although computers have revolutionized our personal and business lives, many users fail to recognize their computer systems and their software information as assets that must be protected. Thousands of businesses lose millions of dollars worth of information to:

• fire
• power outage
• electric spikes and surges
• theft
• equipment failure
• simple operator mistakes
• vandalism / disgruntled employees

Studies show that nearly half the companies that lose their data in a disaster never reopen. Protection for theft, natural occurrences, power disturbances and information loss is available however most computer users seem to ignore them. Disaster planning is the "preparing today for a catastrophe tomorrow". Your company should have plans set in place in the event of any disaster.

• What would you do if your building burned to the ground?
• Where would you set up office in the interim?
• What would you do for furniture?
• Phones?
• What about your computer and all of your company records?