Understand RPO/RTO for UK SMEs, set realistic continuity targets, choose test frequencies and define a “minimum viable continuity” plan that protects critical operations without over‑engineering.
This checklist assists UK SMEs in validating backup and disaster recovery setups to ensure effective data recovery. It outlines practical tests to confirm the restoration of critical data within acceptable timeframes. The guidance spans micro to medium-sized businesses, aligning with best practices for backups and ransomware resilience, emphasizing the importance of regular testing and proper separation from live systems.
