Abstract: A method for retaining data during switchover from an active processor to a standby processor in a system having redundant processors. The method comprises the steps of performing periodic data collection as a first independent task executing on the active processor, and performing memory operations as a second independent task executing on the active processor. The method may further include the step of performing data transfer operations as part of the second independent task. Performing memory operations may further include writing collected data elements to both a first memory partition associated with the active processor, and a second memory partition associated with the standby processor. Performing data transfer operations may comprise transmitting collected data elements to the standby processor over a dedicated communication link.