Concept↦Data Management↦Server Management↦Back-Up and Recovery
What is it? Why is it important?
In order to protect against data loss, regular data back-ups should be performed.
Data loss can occur due to:
- System failure (e.g. power, hardware, software)
- Environmental conditions (e.g. fire)
- A virus or hacker attack
- As a result of human error or malice
Recovery includes processes by which:
- An occurred problem is repaired and server function is restored
- Lost data is retrieved
- Data collection and data input is again possible
What do I need to do?
As a SP-INV, define back-up and recovery procedures such as:
- Recovery point: Sets the acceptable interval for data back-up (e.g. every 6, 24, 48 hours)
- Maximum recovery time: Sets the required time needed to restore lost data. Ideally, this should be within 24 hours in order for the study to continue its activities
- Mirror backup: Requires that copies of backed-up study data are kept in a remote place separate from the server location. This would potentially prevent universal data loss due to fire or flood at the local study site or at server location
Where can I get help?
Your local Research Support Centre↧ can assist you with experienced staff regarding this topic
Basel, Departement Klinische Forschung (DKF), dkf.unibas.ch
Lugano, Clinical Trials Unit (CTU-EOC), ctueoc.ch
Bern, Department of Clinical Research (DCR), dcr.unibe.ch
Geneva, Clinical Research Center (CRC), crc.hug.ch
Lausanne, Clinical Research Center (CRC), chuv.ch
St. Gallen, Clinical Trials Unit (CTU), h-och.ch
Zürich, Clinical Trials Center (CTC), usz.ch
References
ICH GCP E6(R2) – see in particular guideline
- 5.5. Trial Management, data handling, and record-keeping