EPISODE 09
Outpacing Ransomware: Building a Future-Ready BCDR Strategy
Featuring guest Brian Williams (Rubrik)
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Episode Description
In this episode of Decrypting IT, Ashley Wallace sits down with Brian Williams to unpack why Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) is so much more than an IT checkbox. They dig into how ransomware is changing the game, why immutable backups are nonnegotiable, and the costly mistakes organizations make when they do not test their recovery plans. Brian also shares practical advice for leaders who are starting fresh with BCDR and tips for making sure your whole team, not just IT, is ready when it counts.
Takeaways
- BCDR is defined as uptime, focusing on maintaining service delivery.
- Business continuity is a collective responsibility, not just an IT issue.
- Organizations often neglect to test their BCDR plans regularly.
- Immutable backups are crucial for data survivability in cyber incidents.
- Financial consequences of downtime can be significant for organizations.
- Ransomware evolution is outpacing many companies’ recovery strategies.
- Cloud backups require validation to ensure data protection.
- Regular testing of incident response plans is essential for preparedness.
- Data survivability should be a primary focus for BCDR plans.
- CEOs should assess their IT team’s confidence in recovery capabilities.
Resources:
- Haven’t read the Katalyst report yet? Grab your copy here: https://cybersolutions.katalystng.com/2025-cybersecurity-report-lp
Brian Williams
Senior Sales Engineer at Rubrik
Brian Williams has over 20 years of experience in internal IT, technology consultancy sector, and currently serves as a Senior Sales Engineer at Rubrik. With a strong foundation in systems and network architecture, Brian has consistently focused on enhancing security, which led to his active role on Incident Response Teams, assisting organizations in ransomware recovery efforts. At Rubrik, Brian leverages his expertise to lead innovative backup and cyber recovery solutions, empowering clients to fortify their overall security posture.
Ashley Wallace
Host of Decrypting IT and Client Success Team Lead at Katalyst