Storage and Data Management Requirements

For optimal performance and data security, the following storage setup is required:

1. Database Storage:
   
   • The MS SQL database must not be stored on the primary system drive (Drive C). This is to avoid potential data loss in the event of drive corruption or when reinstalling the operating system.
   • A separate dedicated drive (e.g., Drive D or E) must be allocated exclusively for database storage.
2. Document and File Storage:
   
   • All documents and files uploaded through iWoWHRMS must be stored on a drive other than the system drive (Drive C), to ensure that important files are not lost during system reinstallation or in case of corruption.
3. Backup Storage:
   
   • The backup drive should be on a separate physical drive from both the system drive (C) and the data drive (used for database and file storage). This setup ensures redundancy and helps protect against hardware failure.
4. Reason for Storage Separation:
   
   • Storing critical data (such as databases, documents, and backups) on the same drive as the system partition increases the risk of total data loss if the system drive becomes full, corrupted, or needs to be reinstalled.
   • Ensuring that backups are stored on a separate drive further reduces the risk of data loss and enhances data recovery processes in case of failure.