Although computers have revolutionized our personal and business lives, many users fail to recognize their computer systems and their software information as assets that must be protected. Thousands of businesses lose millions of dollars worth of information to fire, power outage, theft, equipment failure, and even simple operator mistakes.
Studies show that nearly half the companies that lose their data in a disaster never reopen.
Protection for theft, natural occurrences, power disturbances and information loss is available however most computer users seem to ignore them. Your company should have plans set in place in the event of any disaster. Thieves not only steal all the computer equipment and printers but they also steal the backup tapes which are sitting next to the computer. Regular computer maintenance is part of your overall computer disaster and recovery plan. You need to have the computers cleaned free of all the dust and dirt that accumulates inside.