Runbook: Stateful Backup and Restore

Use this runbook for databases, object stores, queues, or any other stateful system component.

Preconditions

• The stateful component is identified in the system profile or handoff package.
• Backup schedule and retention are documented.
• Restore authority and escalation contacts are documented.

Backup Validation

1. Confirm the latest successful backup exists.
2. Confirm retention requirements are being met.
3. Confirm the backup location and ownership are documented.
4. Review the last restore validation result.

Restore Flow

1. Identify the restore target and recovery objective.
2. Confirm whether a full restore, point-in-time restore, or partial data recovery is needed.
3. Notify affected stakeholders through the documented incident path.
4. Perform the restore using the system-specific procedure.
5. Validate service health and data integrity after restore.
6. Record the restore event and any follow-up actions.

Required References

• backup job location
• restore instructions
• data integrity checks
• system runbook
• incident and escalation contacts