For any business continuity strategy to be complete, a data backup strategy needs to be involved. This is often easier said than done: there are a lot of elements that need to be considered, and some data can go overlooked if the solution isn’t maintained. However, considering the likelihood of data loss without one, a data backup is an indispensable component to prioritize and evaluate over time.
Let’s consider why—explicitly—these evaluations are so important.
There are three elements that any modern backup strategy needs to incorporate to contribute to its success:
While you should always evaluate your technology to check for issues, your data backups make this even more important to do. Your business relies on the data it can access, and with so many ways that this data could be lost you need some way to effectively mitigate any scenario. A backup and data recovery service can provide you with the means to do so.
Of course, even if you have a BDR in place, testing is no less important to ensure that it works effectively if (or, more realistically, when) you need to use it. Plus, if it doesn’t work in your test, you have a chance to fix the problem before larger problems ensue.
Here at Ferrum Technology Services, we’re committed to helping our clients keep their operational data safe. If you would like our assistance with implementing and maintaining your backup—as well as your other technology solutions, give us a call at (847) 697-3282 to learn more.
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