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The recent global IT outage caused by a flawed update to CrowdStrike’s software demonstrated how one mis-planned update can bring everything to a standstill. A rollback strategy is a great way of mitigating some of these risks. Ready to start protecting your DevOps setup?
The Potential Chaos Of Any Single Update
Imagine the disruption of long queues at airports, grounded flights, and disrupted banking and healthcare services – all due to a single bad update. Well CrowdStrike, a company known for its cybersecurity solutions, no longer has to imagine, having inadvertently triggered a massive outage that left many Windows PCs displaying the dreaded blue screen of death.
The impact of CrowdStrike’s update was widespread. Airports saw thousands of flights canceled, banking systems faced disruptions, and healthcare providers struggled with operational issues. This incident underscores the interconnected nature of modern IT infrastructure and the far-reaching consequences of a single point of failure. Although it’d be on a small scale, the same is likely true for your BI ecosystem.
While the CrowdStrike outage was significant, it’s crucial to recognize that any outage can have a profound impact. Whether it’s a failed software update, a bug in the code, or an unexpected compatibility issue, the potential for disruption is always present. A robust rollback strategy should be a fundamental part of your DevOps operations so that you can quickly revert to a known good state when things go wrong.
The Need For A Robust Rollback Strategy
A robust rollback strategy is not just a safety net – it’s an essential component of a resilient DevOps operation. Here’s why:
Minimizing Downtime
Downtime can cost businesses millions in lost revenue and productivity. A well-defined rollback plan allows for quick reversion to a stable state, minimizing disruption and keeping your BI colleagues doing their best work.
Protecting Data Integrity
In the event of an update failure, a rollback strategy ensures that data integrity is maintained. This is crucial for industries like finance and healthcare, where data accuracy and availability are paramount. Once an app is back up and running, users want to know they can trust the data in it.
Enhancing Trust And Reliability
Your BI teams expect reliable services, otherwise they can’t do their jobs. Demonstrating the ability to quickly and effectively respond to issues enhances trust and reinforces the reliability of your services – an assurance that when things go wrong, you’re able to fix them.
PlatformManager As Part Of Your Rollback Strategy
At PlatformManager, we understand the complexities of managing changes in a dynamic environment. Our solution provides a structured process for application development and deployment, incorporating rigorous steps to ensure quality control and minimize risk. Here’s how it works:
Version Control And Rollback
With our comprehensive version control system, you can easily track changes and revert to previous versions when necessary. This ensures that you can quickly recover from any issues arising from updates – both during development as well after implementation.
Automated Workflows
Our automated workflows streamline the deployment process, reducing the likelihood of human error and ensuring that all changes are thoroughly tested before going live. Getting it right first time is better than rolling back.
Collaborative Environment
Enable your team to work more effectively with our collaborative platform. Track changes in a meaningful way and get your whole DevOps team on the same page. That means when rollbacks do need to be implemented, everyone will be up to speed.
The CrowdStrike outage is a stark reminder that just a single mistake in the update process can have dramatic consequences, even in a BI setting. Having a robust rollback strategy in place is a great way to mitigate the risks associated with updates and by implementing one, you can safeguard your business against unforeseen disruptions, maintain data integrity, and ensure continuous, reliable service for each one of your apps.
Don’t let a single update bring your BI setup to a standstill. Make rollback capabilities a priority by getting in touch with PlatformManager today.