Recent malware and ransomware attacks across Europe, the U.S. and Australia have highlighted just how important it is to keep your business networks and systems safe. Up to date security systems are essential for every business, no matter how large or small.
But security alone is not enough. As a business, your data is one of your most valuable assets, and you can’t afford to take second chances with this precious information. A digital backup and data recovery plan can help you plan ahead to ensure your data is always kept safe.
Threats Have Increased
Hardly a day goes by without a report of a cyber-attack on businesses around the world. Ransomware and malware attacks have increased multiple times over since 2015, and yet over 50% of business are not prepared for these new threats. Small businesses can’t afford to ignore these trends. A Verizon report found that small businesses lose between $18,120 and $35,730 with each small data breach – and that’s only 100 files or less lost.
Up to date security systems are essential, but this doesn’t mean backup and recovery plans are optional. Even natural disasters can affect your data. Having a professional IT consultant help you effectively back up your data and provide an emergency disaster recovery plan means you have nothing to fear because you’re already prepared.
Data and Storage Options Have Changed
Gone are the days of simple manual backups onto local drives. Nowadays the amount of data that small companies deal with has expanded exponentially. The options for backing up data have also increased, along with the use of cloud-based servers. Backup options and intervals need to be tailored to each individual business’s needs. That’s why we work with you to gauge your backup requirements and look at both automated cloud-based and locally hosted backup processes to keep your data safe.
Backup Options and Recovery Times
Your preferred backup option will depend on your operating system, the amount of data that you have, and the projected scenarios where you might need back up data. We project options for both your servers and your individual workstations to ensure that your recovery is simple and rapid. Every hour that your system is down your business loses money. Developing a comprehensive plan to recover your systems and data more quickly ensures your business has less downtime.
Plan Ready for Disasters
While every business believes that it will never happen to them, the fact is that every year it does happen to thousands of businesses. Cyber-attacks are not the only risk. There’s also natural disasters, technical malfunctions, or uncontrollable human errors that can cause your business costly data losses. Working with an IT consultant to develop an emergency backup and recovery plan means that you’re already prepared when something goes wrong. This saves precious time and means your business sustains fewer losses so you can get back to business sooner.
Keeping your data backed up and developing an emergency recovery plan is essential for every business large and small. Protect your business against losses today by talking with a professional IT consultant about how to backup your data and keep your systems safe no matter what happens.
