There are a few things we may do to address the issue if we find ourselves in a position where the data and information, we are working with have been inadvertently lost or erased just a few days before a significant presentation.

We should try to retrieve the lost data first. We can find out if the data is kept in a backup location or if a cloud storage service allows us to retrieve it. We can attempt to rebuild the data from scratch or utilise comparable data from earlier projects if the data cannot be recovered.

Second, we should let our team and other relevant parties know what is going on. Also, we must describe the circumstances and the actions we are doing to find a solution.

Lastly, modifying our presentation to consider the updated facts is important. We should better communicate openly about the modifications and their impact on the presentation. We may solve the issue and still provide a compelling presentation by following these steps.