What the backup includes
Check whether the provider saves files, the database, and application configuration. Find out how often copies are made, how long they are kept, and whether they share infrastructure with the application.
How to test restoration
Choose a scenario and restore the copy in a test environment. Check that files open and the application can use the data. Measure the time and record missing data and steps that needed intervention.
What to record
Document the backup used, its date, the system restored, the duration, and who performed the test. Record corrections and the next review date. The result describes the tested scenario and does not guarantee recovery from every incident.