1.1.12 - Outline the consequences of data loss in a specified situation.

Question 1

What should be considered regarding data replacement after data loss?

Answer 1

Consider whether the data can be replaced and how easy it is to replace.

Question 2

Who might be affected by data loss?

Answer 2

Data loss can affect various stakeholders, including employees, customers, and business partners.

Question 3

What are the financial implications of data loss?

Answer 3

Data loss can result in financial implications such as loss of revenue, cost of data recovery, fines, and loss of business opportunities.

Question 4

Are there any ‘life-and-death’ consequences to data loss?

Answer 4

In certain situations, such as in healthcare or emergency services, data loss can have severe ‘life-and-death’ consequences.

Question 5

Who is responsible for data recovery?

Answer 5

Responsibility for data recovery typically falls on IT departments, data management teams, or external data recovery services.