WRIGHT PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Business and Enterprise Systems (BES) Directorate’s Services Management Division (GBQ) successfully completed the BES Atlassian Toolset (BAT) Disaster Recovery and Contingency Functional Exercise on Oct.16, 2024. BAT is the BES Atlassian Toolset (BAT) is a managed service that provides software that enables the Agile Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) that customers use to plan, track, and release DoD and Air Force software.
This exercise is a critical component of GBQ's preparedness strategy, designed to test and refine the organization's ability to recover from unexpected disruptions and ensure that the BAT can be restored quickly and efficiently.
The successful completion of this disaster recovery exercise provides several benefits to the directorate, including:
- Fulfillment of several requirements across multiple National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Increased confidence in the ability to recover from disasters or cybersecurity incidents
- Identification of areas for improvement in the disaster recovery plan
- Improved preparedness for future incidents
- Compliance with regulatory requirements for disaster recovery planning
- Enhanced reputation and customer trust, as GBQ demonstrates its commitment to cybersecurity and business continuity
The BAT Disaster Recovery and Contingency Functional Exercise is a vital tool for ensuring that BAT remains resilient to disruptions. The exercise's benefits extend across system reliability, team preparedness, and compliance, ultimately enabling the organization to reduce risk, minimize downtime, and maintain business continuity during unforeseen events. By conducting these exercises, GBQ ensures that the BAT is well-prepared to respond effectively and recover swiftly from any real disaster.