Mercan Technology Insights
Start with the application
A database copy alone does not restore an application. Map the database version, extensions, credentials, dependent services and storage before selecting a backup method.
What changes the recovery result?
- Choose the backup and WAL archive approach for the required recovery point.
- Keep a documented route to restore a compatible instance and reconnect the application.
- Run periodic restore exercises and record the actual time and data recovered.
Mercan perspective
Recovery targets should be agreed with business owners, then checked against a working restore procedure. Managed operations can help keep backups, monitoring and tests under one responsibility model.