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The following is an outline of typical project deliverables by phase for a typical Disaster Recovery Planning engagement.  Deliverables may vary depending on the needs, priorities and focus of the client.

Phase 1 - Pre-Planning Activities (Project Initiation)

• Revised Detail Work Plan
• Interview Schedules
• Policy Statement
• Recovery Planning Awareness Program

Phase 2 – Vulnerability and Risk Assessment

• Security Assessment Report
• Infrastructure Assessment Report
• Scope of Planning Effort
• Plan Framework
• Disaster Scenarios
• Recommendation on Recovery Planning Software (if applicable)
• Implementation of Recovery Planning Software (if applicable)

Phase 3 - Business Impact Analysis

• Business Impact Assessment Report

Phase 4 - Detailed Definition of Requirements

• Recovery Needs Profile
• Plan Scope, Objectives and Assumptions

Phase 5 - Plan Development

• DataCenter Recovery Plan
• Prototype Business Units Resumption Plan
• Recovery Standards

Phase 6 - Testing Program

• Testing Goals
• Testing Strategies
• Testing Procedures

Phase 7 - Maintenance Program

• Maintenance Procedures
• Change Management Recommendations

Phase 8 - Initial Plan Testing and Implementation

• Initial Test Report
• Implementation