Sound familiar?
- You assume backups are running but have never tested one.
- Your backup would be encrypted along with everything else.
- You do not know how long recovery would actually take.
Ransomware, failed drives, accidental deletions and theft all end the same way if your data exists in only one place. A sound backup protocol follows the 3-2-1 approach of three copies, on two types of storage, with one kept off-site, ideally immutable. Regular test restores and a written recovery plan mean nobody is improvising in a crisis.
What is included
Backup assessment
Finding out what is protected and, more importantly, what is not.
3-2-1 backup design
Local and off-site copies suited to your data and budget.
Immutable cloud backup
Copies that ransomware and accidents cannot alter or delete.
Microsoft 365 and Workspace backup
Independent copies of mail, files and shared sites.
Scheduled test restores
Regular evidence that your data can actually be recovered.
Disaster recovery plan
Clear priorities, recovery targets and step-by-step instructions.
Common questions
Is Microsoft 365 already backed up?
Microsoft keeps its service running and offers retention features, but that is not the same as an independent backup. A separate copy protects against deletion, compromise and ransomware.
What are RPO and RTO?
Recovery Point Objective is how much recent data you could afford to lose. Recovery Time Objective is how quickly you need to be running again. They determine the right backup design.
How often should backups be tested?
Important systems should have regular scheduled restore tests, and a test after any significant change. The right frequency depends on how critical the data is.