Choose the Right Testing Format for Your Business Continuity Plan
Remote tabletops and on-site failover tests serve different purposes. Here’s how to know which one your organization actually needs.
When it comes to business continuity testing, one size doesn’t fit all. The right format depends entirely on what you’re trying to prove.
Remote testing is a convenient, low-friction way to validate knowledge and compliance. A virtual tabletop exercise, typically two hours or less, can reveal gaps in awareness, walk your team through response scenarios, and confirm your plan is understood across the organization.
But if your concern is technology, a remote test won’t cut it. Testing failover, verifying routing capabilities, or stress-testing network security requires a real environment — one outside your office infrastructure.
That’s where on-site testing at an Agility Recovery location comes in. At our facilities, your team can execute a true failover test: restoring workstations, spinning up servers, and validating that your systems actually work when it counts.
If technology continuity is a priority for your business, schedule a routine test and make sure it’s the kind that actually challenges your setup.
Put Your Plan to the Test
Using a controlled environment guided by our team of experts, you can strengthen your plans, build business resilience, clarify organizational responsibilities, and guarantee your resources meet your recovery needs.
When the power goes out, your network drops, or your facility becomes inaccessible, most businesses stop. Agility Recovery exists for exactly that moment.
Our College Station, Texas, facility is a fully equipped, off-site business recovery location ready for your team whether you’re facing an active disaster, planning an off-site test, or need space for 78 or more people to get work done outside your primary office.
What’s Inside
Workstations 78 seats configured and ready to go. Show up and get to work.
Connectivity Lightning-fast 1 gig fiber to keep your operations running at full speed.
Power & Climate Redundant power and redundant AC mean this facility stays up even when yours doesn’t.
Security 24/7 monitoring, alarm system, keypad access, and badge access — safe, secure, and compliant.
Server & Colo Space Need to bring servers? Our colocation center supports redundant failovers and backups.
Everything Else Printers, shredders, scanners, breakroom, coffee, bathrooms. Everything your team needs to get through a test or a recovery.
Built for Testing. Built for Recovery.
Whether you’re running a full technical failover, relocating back-office staff during a disruption, or satisfying an audit requirement with documented off-site testing, College Station is ready for it. Financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and businesses of all types use this facility to prove their continuity plans actually work — not just on paper, but in practice.
See how Agility’s College Station facility can support your business continuity plan.
When disaster strikes, the last thing you want to be doing is sourcing equipment. Take a look inside Agility Recovery’s warehouse and see how we pre-stage everything — laptops, server racks, furniture, water, full bank branch kits — so that when you need it, it’s already ready to go.
Ready to see what recovery looks like for your business?
Your equipment could be in this warehouse — inspected, maintained, and ready to deploy the moment you need it. Let’s talk about what a customized recovery plan looks like for you.
Most businesses have a recovery plan. Few have a recovery partner. Hear from Agility Recovery’s Dennis Behrman and Orestes Meeks on why the old binder-on-a-shelf approach is obsolete — and what businesses actually need when disaster strikes.
What real resilience looks like: one call, 24/7 support, and everything you need to get back up and running before the damage adds up.
When a credit union experiences an outage, every minute matters. Members still need access, services must remain available, and communities continue to rely on uninterrupted operations.
This on-demand video shows how credit unions stay open during disruptions using Agility Recovery’s mobile branch solutions. Purpose-built for financial operations, these turnkey units provide secure, climate-controlled workspaces with teller stations, drive-through access, backup power, and reliable connectivity.
See how Agility delivers and configures mobile branches quickly, often in less than a day, allowing credit union teams to continue serving members safely and efficiently during extended outages.
With decades of experience supporting credit unions and regulatory readiness, Agility Recovery helps institutions stay resilient, prepared, and operational no matter what comes next.
In today’s unpredictable world, business resilience is no longer optional—it’s essential. That’s why FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha) partnered with Agility to ensure their teams could operate without disruption, no matter the crisis.
During our recent interview, FNBO leaders shared their journey, the challenges they faced, and the measurable impact of building a strong business continuity plan.
The Challenge
FNBO operates across multiple regions, supporting thousands of customers who expect uninterrupted access to financial services. That responsibility brought a pressing need: keep operations running no matter what. Meeting strict regulatory standards, maintaining communication during crises, and giving leadership confidence in recovery were all critical priorities. Simply put, “good enough” wasn’t good enough—continuity had to be proven, tested, and guaranteed.
Agility in Action
That’s where Agility came in. By partnering with Agility, FNBO gained more than a plan—they gained a partner prepared to deliver resilience on demand. Agility provided guaranteed access to backup power and fuel supply, ensuring systems could stay online during outages. Flexible workspace recovery meant employees could continue working, whether through mobile units or one of more than 3,200 global office locations. Crisis communication tools gave FNBO the ability to deliver messages quickly, track accountability, and connect with staff when it mattered most. At the same time, IT resilience, cybersecurity protections, and validated recovery plans meant regulatory audits were no longer a source of worry but of confidence.
The Results
The impact was undeniable. FNBO achieved operational recovery in hours instead of days, expanded preparedness coverage by 177%, and improved response efficiency by nearly 50% during real-world incidents. Every one of these gains translated into tangible business value: uninterrupted service for customers, renewed trust from regulators, and a stronger sense of confidence across the organization.
The Conclusion
FNBO’s story underscores a powerful truth: continuity is not just a safeguard—it’s a strategy for growth, trust, and resilience. By turning risk into readiness, they’ve proven that disruptions don’t have to mean downtime. With Agility by their side, FNBO has transformed uncertainty into a source of strength, ensuring that no matter what the future brings, they are ready to face it.
When heavy rainstorms sent four feet of water rushing through Cal State San Bernardino’s campus, 18 buildings were impacted, including an arena with a brand-new floor. Operations were forced to shut down while staff worked late into the night assessing damage.
That’s where Agility Recovery stepped in.
Agility Recovery Responds
When local vendors couldn’t meet demand, the university turned to Agility. Within days, mobile recovery solutions were deployed to provide space and support while restoration efforts began.
Keeping Campus Moving
Agility deployed Mobile Recovery Centers customized for Cal State San Bernardino operations. Walking inside feels like stepping into a fully functional office:
- Consultation & Planning: Guided the university through an a la carte selection process to choose the right recovery solutions.
- Mobile Recovery Units: Delivered and installed trailers within days to provide space for staff and administrative operations.
- On-Site Coordination: Worked with campus teams to position trailers and manage unique requirements, ensuring everything was safely placed and operational.
“Agility allowed the campus to take a deep breath,” shared Jenny Sorensen. “Everything was being handled, and we could focus our energy elsewhere.”
Why It Matters
For Cal State San Bernardino, recovery meant more than cleanup — it meant keeping the campus moving. Agility’s quick deployment let leaders focus on restoring operations and supporting students with confidence.
Resilience in Action
This story isn’t just about recovering from disruption — it’s about being ready before it strikes. Agility Recovery helps universities like Cal State San Bernardino prove to their members that continuity isn’t a hope, it’s a plan.
Because when the unexpected happens, the ability to serve customers without missing a beat makes all the difference.
When an unexpected disruption threatens a financial institution, the stakes are high. Members rely on consistent access to their money, their accounts, and their community branch. For Meriwest Credit Union, ensuring that continuity was non-negotiable.
That’s where Agility Recovery stepped in.
A Partner in Resilience
Eric, a recovery engineer at Agility Recovery, explains the mission simply as “We make sure businesses stay open by deploying mobile recovery units, generator power, data connectivity, and everything needed to keep operations running.”
For Meriwest, that meant something tangible: staying open for members, even when their primary facility was inaccessible.
Inside the Mobile Recovery Center
Agility deployed a Mobile Recovery Center customized for Meriwest’s operations. Walking inside feels like stepping into a fully functional branch office:
- Member Experience: The layout mirrored an in-branch environment, allowing members to interact with staff just as they normally would
- Teller Stations: Two fully equipped teller windows allowed staff to process daily transactions.
- Connectivity & Power: Generator backup and secured data connections ensured real-time access to member accounts.
“Customers can come here and do business just like they were inside the facility,” Eric shared. “That’s the whole point of this recovery center.”
Why It Matters
For MeriWest, this wasn’t just about equipment or logistics — it was about trust. By activating their Mobile Recovery Center, they avoided costly downtime and reassured members that they were prepared for anything.
The impact was clear:
- Uninterrupted service for members during a potential outage.
- Operational confidence for staff, who had the tools to keep working.
- Peace of mind for leadership, knowing their investment in preparedness paid off.
Resilience in Action
This story isn’t just about recovering from disruption — it’s about being ready before it strikes. Agility Recovery helps financial institutions like MeriWest prove to their members that continuity isn’t a hope, it’s a plan.
Because when the unexpected happens, the ability to serve customers without missing a beat makes all the difference.
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Immediate contact—Kizzie and the team are on it as soon as you call or email the hotline
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Verification of location and contact info to activate your recovery quickly
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Assistance with logistics for generators, ReadyOffice units, and mobile support
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Seamless coordination of billing estimates and cost approvals via DocuSign
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Consistent, empathetic support throughout the entire recovery lifecycle
Clients often call during moments of stress and uncertainty—Kizzie’s role is to bring clarity, confidence, and a steady hand through every phase of the recovery.
Watch now to learn how Kizzie and the Agility team ensure your organization gets back up and running—fast.
In this short video, Tech Services Manager, Jason Brinker, explains how Agility Recovery helps organizations protect critical data and maintain business continuity with Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS). From custom PC imaging to cloud-based server backup and rapid data restoration, our DRaaS solutions are built to minimize downtime and safeguard your operations—especially in the event of a cyberattack or unexpected outage.
Avoid data loss, reduce downtime, and recover faster. Agility’s expert-managed DRaaS platform delivers:
- – Advanced data backup and recovery tools
- – Flexible, scalable cloud-based disaster recovery
- – Long-term server and file retention
- – Proven support for business continuity and compliance
Whether you’re recovering from a ransomware attack or planning for future disruptions, Agility gives your team the speed, confidence, and expert guidance to recover critical systems—fast.
Watch now to see how DRaaS from Agility keeps your business running, no matter what.