Cloud Data Backup Tips to Protect Essential Business Data

Information governance expert shares essential components of a data backup plan and other cloud data backup tips and advantages—in a new article from Messaging Architects

HOBOKEN, N.J., April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Messaging Architects, an eMazzanti Technologies Company and information governance consultant, shares cloud data backup tips in a new article on the Messaging Architects website. The informative article first reviews the limitations of native backup tools from cloud vendors like Microsoft.

The author then outlines the essential components of a backup plan, including automation, multiple backup copies, testing, and endpoint data capture. After presenting some of the advantages of cloud data backup, he shares what to look for in a cloud backup service.

"Cloud storage does not take the place of data backup," stated Greg Smith, Vice President of Services Delivery at Messaging Architects. "In fact, hybrid work increases the likelihood of cyber-attack and data corruption, making it even more important to put a cloud data backup strategy in place."

Below are a few excerpts from the article, "Cloud Data Backup Tips to Protect Essential Business Data."

"Consider that over one million organizations use Microsoft 365. However, although Microsoft itself suggests using a third-party backup solution, most of these companies do not have a backup system in place. Additionally, most organizations store data in a combination of on premises and multiple cloud locations. Protecting data from multiple platforms and thousands of devices requires a strategic approach."

Native Tools from Cloud Vendors Have Limitations

"Cloud vendors like Microsoft include native tools for backup and recovery of data stored in their platforms. These backup options deliver cost savings, but they come with significant limitations and little flexibility. In the first place, native retention applies only to certain types of content and caps out at 93 days, insufficient to meet regulatory requirements for retention."

Essential Components of Backup Plan

"When choosing a backup solution, the organization first needs to determine what data needs to be backed up and where that data lives. For instance, data in Teams chats requires a more complex approach than backing up SharePoint sites or Outlook mailboxes. Also, the prevalence of remote work and BYOD policies greatly increases the number of endpoints to back up."

What to Look for in a Cloud Backup Service

"While all cloud backup providers supply general backup services, the specific options can differ greatly from vendor to vendor. Therefore, organizations should look closely at their own needs and at the services each cloud provider offers."

Cloud Data Backup Experts

As business leaders examine their data environment and backup needs, they should reach out to the consultants at Messaging Architects. With deep understanding of the challenges of a hybrid environment, they help to find the right cloud backup solution to protect business data.

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