Disaster recovery is the process of restoring disrupted IT systems and operations after an outage caused by natural disasters, cyber attacks, or other calamities. Synonyms for disaster recovery include business continuity, resiliency, data backup and recovery, continuity of operations, and contingency planning. These terms describe the plans and strategies organizations use to recover from events that could disrupt their operations and affect their ability to serve customers or generate revenue. Disaster recovery and its synonyms are essential for organizations that want to prepare for the worst and ensure they can fully recover from disruptions, minimize downtime, and protect their reputation and bottom line.