Infrastructure-as-Code enhances cloud disaster recovery efficiency

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation are changing how businesses approach cloud disaster recovery. These technologies help reduce downtime and improve resilience beyond traditional data recovery methods. Many organizations still rely heavily on restoring data during recovery efforts. However, about 40% of cloud recovery attempts fail due to overlooked infrastructure issues. Aharon Twizer, CEO of ControlMonkey, highlights that outdated practices from on-premise systems contribute to this problem. These practices can lead to time-consuming manual recovery efforts, extending downtime and increasing risk for businesses. For example, in a healthcare setting, recovering patient records is essential. But if network settings or security policies are not properly configured, the results could threaten compliance and patient safety. IaC allows companies to use code to manage and set up their cloud systems. This approach reduces manual tasks, which lowers risks. Ori Yemini, CTO of ControlMonkey, points out that IaC makes recovery simpler because teams are already familiar with the necessary coding skills. Using IaC, companies can quickly and accurately restore key components, such as networking and security, reducing downtime. The shift towards automation turns reactive recovery into preventive resilience. ControlMonkey has introduced an Automated Disaster Recovery solution to recover entire cloud infrastructures instead of just data. This automation can decrease recovery times by up to 90%, minimizing business interruptions. For instance, during a major outage for a financial firm, traditional recovery could take hours, harming both finances and reputation. In contrast, IaC-driven recovery can swiftly restore critical services. Moreover, automated recovery can quickly create secure environments after security breaks, speeding up response times. Twizer emphasizes that a complete approach to automation allows all parts of cloud environments—like network setups and permissions—to be restored effectively. However, challenges remain, such as maintaining visibility and managing configuration changes. Organizations need to keep track of their cloud systems to use automation successfully. As businesses grow more digital, adopting IaC automation is vital for staying competitive. In Twizer’s words, "When disaster strikes, automated DR solutions let enterprises turn back time on cloud failures," ensuring business continuity.