Data Security
Companies that value their data need a detailed scheme for the recovery backup. This includes on site backups for least amount of time set, a copy of this data off site in case the computer room disaster and contingency plans in place. Unfortunately, an easy way to access a company to retrieve data is to obtain access to backup tapes and delicate prints. Therefore, all sensitive data stored in locked cabinets. Backup tapes should be sent site in containers. Old sensitive printouts and tapes should be destroyed.

To protect the computer from damage due to power outages (and spikes), given to the computers on a UPS. This ensures consistent power, protects against downtime, and protects the computer against power surges. Ideally, a backup generator for production systems. On non-production, there must be an automatic way to shutdown the computer if the power to transfer to the UPS for more than 1 / 2 the time the UPS is rated to supply.