Devices connected to a computer processor which perform such auxiliary functions as communications, data storage, printing, etc.

Physical measures taken to prevent a disaster, such as fire suppression systems, alarm systems, power backup and conditioning systems, access
control systems, etc.

A hardware or software architecture of a particular model or family of computers (i.e., IBM, Tandem, HP, etc.) Plan Maintenance: Periodic and regular review and updating of a contingency plan.

A computer program designed to assist in the development, organization, printing, distribution, and maintenance of contingency plans.

An environmentally protected and readied structure that can be transported to a disaster site so equipment can be obtained and installed near the
original location. See also Mobile Hot Site, Relocatable Shell.

Procedural measures taken to prevent a disaster, such as safety inspections, fire drills, security awareness programs, records retention programs,
etc.

The documentation of work and processes that were performed by manual or other means during the time that the data center was unavailable.