EFU Life Assurance Ltd. has successfully completed a major Disaster Recovery (DR) drill, seamlessly executed between its Karachi and Islamabad operations. This critical exercise was carried out on Sangfor Technologies’ secure and resilient infrastructure, reinforcing EFU Life’s preparedness in ensuring business continuity and operational stability in the face of potential disruptions.
The DR drill was designed to simulate real-time scenarios and evaluate EFU Life’s ability to maintain uninterrupted services during emergency events. The execution of the drill, which transitioned operations from Karachi to Islamabad, was performed without any interruptions or downtime, demonstrating a robust disaster recovery framework supported by Sangfor’s advanced technological solutions.
A celebratory gathering took place at EFU Life’s Karachi office, where the successful implementation of the DR drill was acknowledged by senior leadership and project stakeholders. The event was organized in partnership with Telec Group of Companies, a key collaborator in facilitating the infrastructure and support for this milestone achievement. The initiative reflects EFU Life’s forward-thinking approach and commitment to ensuring that their IT environment is resilient, responsive, and aligned with modern standards of business continuity planning.
Mohammed Ali Ahmed, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of EFU Life, expressed appreciation for the partnership with Sangfor and the efforts of the entire EFU team in executing the exercise with precision. He highlighted the importance of investing in technological readiness as an integral part of the organization’s risk management strategy and emphasized how initiatives like this align with EFU Life’s broader mission of securing customer trust through operational excellence.
Adnan Siddiqui, Country Manager for Sangfor, played a pivotal role in guiding the deployment and execution of the DR framework. His leadership, along with the dedication of the Sangfor technical team, contributed significantly to the successful outcome of the drill. Sangfor’s infrastructure, known for its high-level security, virtualization capabilities, and efficiency, provided the ideal platform for a comprehensive disaster recovery environment tailored to EFU’s operational needs.
The event was also attended by EFU Life team members and key stakeholders involved in the exercise, including Haseeb Raza Zaidi, Sami Ahmed, Zeeshan Haider, Faran Ahmed Khan, Syed Ali Jawwad Kazmi, and Najam ul Hassnain. Their coordinated efforts and proactive involvement were recognized as essential to ensuring the seamless execution of the drill and reinforcing EFU’s digital resilience posture.
This initiative not only showcases EFU Life’s emphasis on safeguarding critical infrastructure but also underscores the growing importance of disaster recovery readiness across the financial services and insurance sectors in Pakistan. The collaboration with Sangfor and Telec Group highlights the value of strategic partnerships in strengthening digital preparedness and achieving operational continuity under challenging conditions.
EFU Life’s latest success demonstrates a tangible commitment to risk management and resilience, setting a benchmark for other organizations aiming to fortify their systems against potential disruptions. With business continuity becoming increasingly vital in today’s digital landscape, initiatives like these signal a proactive and strategic shift in how enterprises approach IT operations and organizational risk.
