<aside> <img src="/icons/flood_gray.svg" alt="/icons/flood_gray.svg" width="40px" /> A Redundant Site is a backup location or facility that can take over essential functions and operations in case the primary site experiences a failure or disruption

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Types of Continuity Locations

Hot Sites

• Up and running continuously, enabling a quick switchover
• Requires duplicating all infrastructure and data
• Expensive, but provides instant availability

Warm Sites

• Not fully equipped, but fundamentals in place
• Can be up and running within a few days
• Cheaper than hot sites but with a slight delay

Cold-Sites

• Fewer facilities than warm sites
• May just be an empty building, ready in 1-2 months
• Cost-effective but adds more recovery time

Mobile Sites

• Can be hot, warm, or cold
• Utilizes portable units like trailers or tents
• Offers flexibility and quick deployment (e.g., military DJC2)

Platform Diversity

• Critical for effective virtual redundant sites