- Security-related (you may have suffered a major intrusion or breach)
- Operator error (I’ve seen a DC go dark during generator testing because someone forgot to check the fuel levels)
- Software faults (there are many horror stories of firmware updates taking out core platforms)
This is a Disaster! Knowing When to Call It
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Disasters come in many forms. I’ve walked in on my daughters when they were younger and doing craft things in their bedroom and said “this is a disaster!” When it comes to serious events though, most people think of natural disasters, like floods or earthquakes. But a disaster can also be defined as an event that has a serious impact on your infrastructure or business operations. It could be any of the following events: