The 3 Pillars of a Modern Data Backup System

A good data backup system is like having insurance for your data. Yes, you hope you never have to use it, but you’ll be glad to have it if you do. Today, we want to cover three of the biggest components of any modern data backup system and how we can use the latest technology to make your data backups as seamless a process as possible.

Regular Backups

When it comes to data backup, the more frequently you take them, the better.

There were once systems in place that would only take backups at the end of the business day. These backup systems utilized tape, and they were so resource-intensive that they could only be done at the end of the day, long after anyone who needed access to the network had left the office. However, they only happened once per day, and if data loss incidents occurred in the middle of the afternoon, for example, all that day’s progress up to that point would be lost.

That’s why regular data backups powered by cloud computing and automation are so valuable; they use backups occurring as often as every fifteen minutes to ensure minimal data loss in the event of an incident.

Secure Data Storage

So, what do you do with all those data backups?

Well, you have to store them in a secure location. In the past, businesses would have their tape backups stored somewhere in-office to keep them close by, or they might transport them to a secure off-site location in the event a disaster strikes. Modern data backup tools can store data backups in multiple locations for quick and effective restoration, thanks to the cloud. Backups can automatically be deployed to secure off-site data centers, where they can be protected from any harm that befalls your network.

Diversifying your data storage mediums like this means you are much more likely to be successful with your data restoration efforts, as there’s virtually zero chance all of your backups will be wiped out at the same time, provided they are in different locations.

Disaster Recovery Planning

Backups are useless if you don’t have a plan to deploy them when they’re needed most.

A comprehensive disaster recovery plan should outline specific steps your business will take to recover from an unforeseen event. You should know who is responsible for what and how to get critical functions back online, even in the most dire circumstances. Regular testing of your disaster recovery system can help you prepare for the real deal, and it will ensure you can carry out the plan as quickly as possible to prevent unnecessary downtime.

After all, the last thing you need is to experience a true data disaster only to find that your recovery system doesn’t work.

Ready to get started with a serious backup solution? Contact Atech MSP at (888) 814-4843 to learn more.