Which of the following disaster recovery testing techniques is the MOST cost-effective way to
determine the effectiveness of the plan?
A.
Preparedness tests
B.
Paper tests
C.
Full operational tests
D.
Actual service disruption
Explanation:
Preparedness tests would involve simulation of the entire test in phases and help the team better
understand and prepare for the actual test scenario. Options B, C and D are not cost-effective
ways to establish plan effectiveness. Paper tests in a walk-through do not include simulation and
so there is less learning and it is difficult to obtain evidence that the team has understood the test
plan. Option D is not recommended in most cases. Option C would require an approval from
management is not easy or practical to test in most scenarios and may itself trigger a disaster.