Losing access to your business’s data, even for a short time, can feel like a real-life nightmare. That’s why data backup tools are so important—they create copies of your files and store them safely so you can recover them if something goes wrong. But just having backup tools in place doesn’t always mean your data is safe.
A recent report reveals that one-third of all data losses are actually caused by issues with backups. Many businesses only discover their backups are missing or corrupted when they try to recover their data, often too late to fix the problem.
Ransomware is another serious threat. This type of malware locks you out of your files unless you pay a ransom. The report shows that even though businesses have backup tools, half of them still end up paying ransoms because it’s quicker than using their own recovery systems. Shockingly, even after paying, only a few manage to fully restore their data.
So, why aren’t backup tools working as they should? In many cases, it’s because they weren’t set up correctly in the first place. Even when they are, backups need to be tested regularly to ensure they’re actually saving your data. Older backup tools also struggle to keep up with the latest, more sophisticated cyber threats.
Maintaining a reliable backup system can be complex. That’s where IT experts come in. We ensure that your backup tools are set up correctly and monitored daily. We also implement advanced measures like continuous data protection (CDP). This technology saves changes to your files in real time, so you can restore your data to a point just before an attack or data loss occurred.
If you want to make sure your data is safe and secure, we’re here to help. Reach out to learn more about how we can protect your business from data loss.
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