This guide presents a comprehensive approach to improving disaster recovery (DR) for Nutanix environments by leveraging public cloud infrastructure. It outlines the increasing frequency and severity of disasters, highlighting the financial impact of outages on businesses. The document details the shortcomings of traditional DR solutions, which often involve high costs and complexity, and emphasizes the benefits of transitioning to cloud-based DR solutions. By adopting a modern DR strategy, organizations can reduce their total cost of ownership by up to 50%. The guide also addresses critical considerations for businesses contemplating a shift to cloud DR, including evaluating current costs, aligning DR priorities, and ensuring compatibility with public cloud environments. Additionally, it provides questions to help organizations assess their readiness for cloud-based DR and the potential operational benefits of such a transition. Overall, the guide serves as a resource for organizations looking to enhance their disaster recovery capabilities while managing costs effectively.