
Disaster Recovery
IT disaster recovery is the process of restoring business systems and data after an outage, cyber incident or other disruption. IT Networks helps Melbourne and Perth businesses assess critical systems, set recovery objectives, implement backup and recovery arrangements, and test their plans. The aim is to reduce disruption and understand what recovery will require before an incident occurs.

Could your business survive a sudden IT failure? Without a disaster recovery plan, even a short disruption can lead to significant financial losses, reputational damage and regulatory risk. That is why every business needs a disaster recovery plan in place. Since 1994, IT Networks has helped Australian businesses prepare for the unexpected. Our tailored disaster recovery solutions are designed to protect critical systems, ensure business continuity and minimise the impact of a sudden disruption. Keep your business agile and set up an IT disaster recovery plan with our experts today.
IT disaster recovery covers the strategies and tools in place to restore access to data, applications or information after an unexpected event. This ensures that downtime is minimised and sensitive information is protected. No matter what may have caused the shutdown, an IT disaster recovery plan ensures your business can bounce back without issues.
IT disasters can happen at any time and from many directions. Our IT disaster recovery consultants ensure that your organisation is protected from a wide range of threats, such as:
We offer a comprehensive suite of IT disaster recovery services tailored to meet your business needs:
Our DRaaS is our fully managed solution encompassing our cloud-based recovery infrastructure, expert IT support and streamlined systems for your organisation. Rather than managing disaster recovery solutions in-house, organisations can rely on IT Networks to take care of everything — from set up and monitoring to execution and data restoration. Our DRaaS is ideal for businesses that want:
Our cloud-based disaster recovery systems ensure your business stays protected without the technical complexity. We securely store copies of your critical systems and data in our cloud storage to ensure your operations can quickly recover in the event of an unexpected disaster.
With DRaaS, your organisation will benefit from:
Our IT disaster recovery consultants work closely with your organisation to tailor disaster recovery strategies to your business operations.
Our services include:
With our IT disaster recovery solutions, we conduct regular testing and frequent backups to ensure your key systems remain updated and agile. This protects your organisation from data loss and reduces the risks of systems being compromised in the event of a disaster.
Our team of IT disaster recovery consultants conduct a thorough review of your current infrastructure and recovery procedures, helping you identify vulnerabilities that could affect your business in the event of a disaster.
Based on your business operation needs, we build out an actionable disaster recovery plan tailored to your operational requirements, compliance obligations and budget.
This plan includes:
We implement recovery plans and systems without disrupting your business’s daily operations. Our team ensures that all systems, policies, and procedures are seamlessly integrated with your existing procedures.
To ensure the effectiveness of the disaster recovery plan, we conduct regular testing, keeping your disaster recovery plan robust and up to date. This step also helps us refine your RTOs, RPOs, and response plans for continuous improvement.
Our team at IT Networks supplies 24/7 support, so you can rest assured that your organisation is looked after. We also conduct continuous disaster recovery audits to ensure your organisation’s recovery strategy evolves alongside emerging technologies and new threats.
Expertise and Experience: With over three decades of experience as a managed IT service provider, our team has developed robust disaster recovery strategies across multiple sectors in Australia.
Customised Solutions: We take a tailored approach in our IT disaster recovery plan for your organisation, ensuring your infrastructure, risk profile and business operation needs are accounted for.
Rapid Response and Support: You can rely on our 24/7 support team to ensure any issue that may arise is quickly resolved with minimal disruption, keeping your business protected and operating as usual.
Cutting-Edge Technology: We leverage the latest technologies, including
These tools ensure rapid recovery and secure data restoration, getting your business back on track quickly.



IT Networks partners and holds accreditations with several vendors. We carefully choose best-of-breed vendors with whom we choose to partner with. This enables us to have both extensive knowledge of the products which we recommend and the ability to provide competitive pricing on the relevant vendors’ products.
We are certified Microsoft Partners, meaning we have the training and experience to help your business grow using Microsoft products. Microsoft trusts our team and you can too.
Our staff are also highly experienced with networking and security having achieved various Cisco Certifications across multiple staff members.
Certified expertise across Microsoft
products and platforms.
IT Networks is a proud member of the ACSC Partner Network, contributing to Australia’s goal of becoming the safest and most secure online environment in the world.
Various Cisco Certifications held
across multiple staff members.
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We run a busy clinic in Melbourne and have been using IT Networks' managed cybersecurity services for some time now. The experience has been exceptional. Their team is incredibly hands-on and responsive — always quick to address any issues or provide guidance when needed. What impressed us most is the value: their service is just as thorough and reliable as what you'd expect from a major provider, but at a much more reasonable cost. Highly recommend IT Networks to any business looking for dependable cybersecurity support without the hefty price tag.Posted on Google![]()
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Our business engaged IT Networks initially to conduct a Cyber-security Audit. From the first meeting, I was extremely impressed by the attention to detail, focus on understanding the business IT set up and also on our ways of working. This resulted in an excellent outcome, improving our internal IT security. We went on to engage IT Networks as a managed service partner. Through our ongoing engagement, they are adding real value to our business and great support both during business hours and also outside of business hours when needed. Great team, great to work with!Posted on Google![]()
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Boutique 3rd party provider for all you IT needs. I have entrusted our business IT needs to IT Networks for nearly 30 years now. They provide pro-active support on a monthly basis avoiding breakdown and failures. I've found this works well on-going rather than wait for problems to occur and then fix. Easily contactable, any problems that may arise are dealt with promptly. They manage domain names, fibre connections and all the various software subscriptions. I would recommend the team at IT Networks.Posted on Google![]()
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We have used IT Networks for years in our workplace and have always found the team good to work with and looked after our requirements.
While IT disaster recovery focuses specifically on restoring IT infrastructure and data, business continuity planning covers a broader scope, ensuring all critical business functions (not just IT) can continue operating during and after a disruption.
Recovery times vary depending on the extent of the disruption, the complexity of the systems affected, and the recovery solutions in place. With a well-prepared disaster recovery plan, downtime can be significantly reduced to just hours instead of days.
Yes, IT Networks offers customised IT disaster recovery planning services, ensuring your organisation has a tailored strategy to minimise downtime and protect critical data. Reach out to our team today to discuss options.
Any business that relies on IT infrastructure can benefit from a disaster recovery plan. Industries with strict compliance requirements, such as healthcare, finance, government, and e-commerce, are especially vulnerable to IT disruptions and should always have one in place.
Best practice recommends testing disaster recovery plans at least once a year or whenever there are major changes to IT infrastructure, applications, or business operations.
A strong IT disaster recovery plan ensures that businesses can quickly recover from cyberattacks, such as ransomware or data breaches; reducing downtime and minimising financial losses.
The cost varies depending on the size of your business, the complexity of your IT infrastructure, and the level of recovery solutions required. Contact IT Networks for a tailored quote based on your needs.
Follow your disaster recovery plan, contact your IT team or service provider immediately, and avoid making hasty recovery attempts that could worsen data loss. If you don’t have a plan in place, contact IT Networks for immediate assistance.
Contact our Bundoora office to discuss critical systems, recovery objectives and disaster recovery testing for your business. Melbourne enquiries: 03 9430 1788.
Contact our Burswood office to discuss backup, restoration and recovery planning for your business. Perth enquiries: 08 6388 4678.

Founder & CEO
Jim Kay is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of IT Networks, a consultancy that specialises in delivering corporate-grade IT solutions and cybersecurity services to small and medium-sized enterprises across Australia. As a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Jim combines his extensive background in electronics with a wealth of business experience gained from owning and operating multiple ventures.

Technical Services Director
As a co-owner, Kim is dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and delivering innovative IT solutions that empower clients. With a Bachelor of Engineering and certifications as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Cisco Certified Network Professional, and Cisco Certified Voice Associate, Kim brings a wealth of technical expertise to his role. He is also passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline workflows and improve productivity,



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