Should we create automated process for setting up DR process?
The management asks us to use as much automated process as possibleto set up Storage LUNs/Volumes/Permissions for DR exercise and real DR.
To automate the process, one option is to scripting as much as possible. The other option is to use a GUI driven software on one platform which will be also depending on the other software on the othe platform. Both way should be faster than manual steps. I would say probably save half hour or so.
Should this sound a right to do?
Some here don't think this is not right way to set up DR, because we should not use scripting / software. What if the script or the software got broken? not mention this software has quite depeendencies, and not easy to configure/ fix.
The automated process may be faster to set up DR, but may also cause troubles should any issues with scripts, or any dependencies of the software got broken. It would require high knowlegeble IT professional to fix. What if they are not available then? Manual process looks a little bit slower, but clearly defined each step and it's requirement, easy to fix should an error occur as long as documented well. the DR process should be designed for IT operator level who has basic computer skills.
What is your opinion? Should we use either script or software?
Thanks for sharing!