Definition
Data Recovery is the process of restoring data from Backups or other sources after it has been lost, corrupted or made unavailable.
Human Explanation
When data is lost or damaged, Data Recovery restores it to a state that allows the organisation to continue working.
Why it Matters
The ability to restore data effectively limits the impact of failures, user errors and security Incidents.
Conceptual Boundary
Data Recovery is not the same as creating Backups. Backup prepares the possibility of recovery; Data Recovery is the actual restoration of the data.
Practical Perspective
Regularly testing Data Recovery is as important as creating the Backups themselves.