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CY-604 (A) · IT Business & Disaster Recovery Planning/Important Questions

IT Business & Disaster Recovery Planning (CY-604 (A)) - Important Questions

  1. Unit 17 Marks High Priority

    What is Disaster Recovery (DR) and how does it differ from Business Continuity Planning (BCP)? Explain with suitable examples.

    Core definition question covering fundamental difference between Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity; high priority in exams (heatmap: Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity).

  2. Unit 17 Marks High Priority

    Explain the key components of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP). Describe the purpose of each component.

    Core breakdown of the components of a Business Continuity Plan; frequently asked as a long answer in Unit 1.

  3. Unit 110 Marks Medium Priority

    Describe the phases of Disaster Recovery planning. Illustrate the sequence of activities from risk assessment to plan activation and recovery.

    Covers the structured phases of Disaster Recovery planning; often required with a diagram or flow explanation.

  4. Unit 17 Marks High Priority

    What are Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO)? Explain their significance and how they influence disaster recovery strategies.

    Technical-metric question on RTO and RPO which are central to solution design and SLA definitions in DR planning.

  5. Unit 17 Marks Medium Priority

    Compare and contrast hot site, warm site and cold site as disaster recovery alternatives. Give scenarios where each is most appropriate.

    Comparison of site-based recovery options; standard examination topic requiring pros/cons and suitability discussion.

  6. Unit 17 Marks Medium Priority

    Discuss the role of Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis (BIA) in formulating a Disaster Recovery Plan. How do they drive recovery priorities?

    Focuses on risk assessment and Business Impact Analysis (BIA), foundational activities for prioritising recovery efforts.

  7. Unit 14 Marks Medium Priority

    Outline the steps for testing and maintaining a Disaster Recovery Plan. Why is regular testing essential?

    Operational question about validation and upkeep of DR plans; commonly asked as short/medium answer.

  8. Unit 14 Marks Medium Priority

    Explain the International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (ISDR) and list best practices recommended for organizations to improve disaster resilience.

    Covers international best-practice guidance (ISDR) and organizational practices; appears occasionally in Unit 1.

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