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MTTR (Mean Time To Recovery)
The average time it takes to restore a system to full functionality after a failure.
Mean Time To Recovery (MTTR) is a key performance indicator (KPI) for DevOps and IT teams. It measures the average time between the start of an incident and the moment the service is restored.
Why MTTR Matters
A low MTTR indicates a highly resilient system and a responsive team. It is often considered more important than uptime because failures are inevitable; the ability to recover quickly is what separates elite teams from the rest.
How to Improve MTTR
- Automated Monitoring: Use tools like Statzly to detect outages instantly.
- Runbooks: Have clear procedures for common failure modes.
- On-call Rotas: Ensure the right people are alerted immediately.
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