A disaster recovery solution typically addresses all types of operational disruption, not just major natural or man-made disasters that render a location unavailable. Power outages, telephone system outages, and temporary loss of access to a facility due to bomb threats, a "possible fire", or a low-impact, non-destructive fire or flood are examples of disruptions.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies had to shut down, move, or otherwise alter their processes to accommodate remote workplaces. This unexpected outcome is a great lesson for all of us to learn: anything can happen at any time, and the best thing to do is to be ready. Outsourcing the service can ease a lot of internal tension. An outside look at the company's processes might even prove useful in resource and asset allocation during the DRP. The wise thing is to delegate the planning stage to a managed IT service provider (MSP).