In today’s digital age, data is one of the most valuable assets a business can have. From customer records and financial information to proprietary research and development files, the data your company generates and stores is essential to operations. Losing access to that data, whether through a cyberattack, system failure, or simple human error, could be catastrophic.
That’s why backup and recovery solutions are a non-negotiable for organizations of all sizes. Traditionally, on-premises backup methods like external hard drives were the norm, but the rise of cloud computing has brought new options to the table in the form of cloud backup. Managed cloud services provide a way to automatically copy data to a remote cloud-based server for safekeeping.
However, many companies are now taking things a step further by implementing cloud-to-cloud backup. With this approach, data that is already being hosted in one cloud environment (like a SaaS application, for example) gets copied over to a second cloud for redundancy.
What Is Cloud-to-Cloud Backup?
Cloud-to-cloud backup provides an additional layer of protection for the rising number of businesses relying on cloud perks and productivity solutions like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and more. While these software-as-a-service platforms include some backup and file recovery capabilities, they have well-documented limitations that could leave companies vulnerable to data loss scenarios.
According to statistics from Expert Insights, 45% of company data breaches are cloud-based, 80% of national companies experience at least one cloud issue per year, and 27% of these incidents went public! Clearly, there is a disconnect between the business-critical data being stored in cloud environments and robust backup and recovery strategies.
With cloud-to-cloud backup, businesses can automatically sync data from one cloud service (the production cloud) to a second dedicated cloud backup repository that puts redundant copies of that data into a separate environment.
This creates a readily accessible and complete version of critical data if files become corrupted, deleted, or otherwise lost in the production cloud.
What Are the Benefits of Cloud-to-Cloud Backup?
Numerous benefits make cloud-to-cloud backup solutions highly advantageous for businesses. Here are some of the reasons why so many businesses nationwide trust our backup services to keep their brand in compliance and operational.
Protection from Data Loss Across Cloud Apps
A staggering 94% of companies use cloud services like Office 365. Cloud-to-cloud backup ensures data in these apps and environments is fully protected and recoverable if something goes wrong.
Regulatory Compliance
Many industries have strict data privacy rules dictating retention policies. Cloud-to-cloud backup enables companies to maintain historical records and metadata to demonstrate compliance and avoid legal risk.
Unlimited, Scalable Storage Capacity
We provide virtually unlimited storage capacity that automatically scales to meet data growth. When you work with Intelinet Systems for backup, you never have to worry about running out of space for your mountains of data.
Easy Data Recovery
If data is deleted, corrupted, or lost, administrators can browse the cloud backup repository and restore individual files/folders or perform a full recovery with just a few clicks.
Automated Backup Schedules
Backups can be automated according to customized schedules, ensuring consistent data protection without disrupting operations or user workflows.
The Dangers of Not Having Cloud Backup
For organizations embracing the cloud, not having a robust cloud-to-cloud backup strategy in place is extremely risky for several reasons.
Data Loss/Corruption
Without backup services and copies in place, any data that is deleted, corrupted, or lost is simply gone forever from the production cloud. This could mean losing essential business records, customer data, financial information, intellectual property, and more instantly.
Malware/Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware and other malicious malware that manage to infect a production cloud environment could quickly spread to encrypt or corrupt data across the entire cloud storage instance. Having backup copies immune to the attack can enable recovery and help your problem from becoming a public issue.
Compliance Violations
Depending on the industry, not retaining and protecting data according to established rules and regulations could lead to compliance penalties, fines, legal issues, and reputational damage for businesses.
Extended Downtime
When data is compromised or lost without backups, companies may face extensive periods of downtime and business disruption as they scramble to rebuild data and information.
How Intelinet Systems Can Help with Cloud-to-Cloud Backup
Intelinet Systems is a nationwide managed IT provider based in Dallas, TX, specializing in delivering robust, enterprise-grade cloud solutions and support to businesses. Our team of experts partners with industry-leading cloud backup vendors like Microsoft and HP to implement customized cloud-to-cloud backup systems for clients.
With Intelinet Systems on your side, you gain the following backup perks:
- Unlimited cloud backup storage capacity to protect all your business data
- Fully customizable scheduling to automate backups according to your needs
- Long-term retention of backed-up emails, files, contacts and more
- Rapid data recovery capabilities to quickly restore information when needed
- Mobile application access to backed-up data from anywhere
- Centralized administrative console to easily manage backup/recovery
Work in the Cloud Safely With Intelinet Systems
No matter your industry, size, or geographic location, Intelinet Systems provides the backup and recovery services your business needs to safeguard data while taking full advantage of the cloud.
With 24/7 monitoring and support from our team, you can have peace of mind knowing your vital information in the cloud is always protected and recoverable. Contact us today to learn more about implementing cloud-to-cloud backup for your organization.
