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Backup Under the Sign of Sustainable Development

Backup and DR solutions are generally not associated with sustainable development. However, in the changing landscape of data protection, “green skills” that combine technological awareness with technical knowledge will become increasingly important. 

The price of the solution, functionality, efficiency (measured by RTO and RPO indicators), functionality or relations with suppliers are the most common factors that determine the choice of a backup tool. So far, a small group of customers attach importance to energy efficiency, although creating backups and disaster recovery processes can have an impact on electricity bills. It is not excluded that with rising energy prices, as well as new directives such as the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), entrepreneurs will start to pay more attention to this factor.

According to Moor Insights & Strategy, by 2025 data centers will consume over 3% of electricity. On the other hand, storage accounts for 30% of the total energy consumption of data centers. This coefficient is likely to increase. Managing and storing constantly growing data and the associated processes of starting storage systems, migrating resources, creating backups, replicating or ensuring a safe and functional environment require more and more electricity.

IT departments are under constant pressure from management, employees, and consumers who are making increasing demands on system performance, their security, and cost reduction. As if that weren’t enough, in the coming years there will be another challenge. Under the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), around 50,000 European companies will be obliged to report on sustainable development. This will also indirectly affect the functioning of IT units. Sustainable development in the case of IT is not only about using less energy, especially when it comes to its use in server rooms, but also about designing a more thoughtful infrastructure and rational data management.

Less data, less energy

A lot of unnecessary data lies on the disks of computers or smartphones – old photos, paid bills, never used recipes or emails from a few years ago. The same is true for corporate resources. On NAS servers, there is a lot of completely useless data that is often replicated. While for consumers, the mess on disks does not have a major impact on the household budget, for business users it can lead to a significant increase in costs. Organizations that want more sustainable data storage must be aware that there are costs associated with this, and the transition to new systems and operations can be difficult. However, with careful planning, some of the obstacles can be avoided or at least mitigated.

Energy-intensive tasks such as storage and backup significantly increase energy consumption, but the value of this data – especially in the case of older or “dark” data – can be negligible. They also have a negative impact on the natural environment. A classic example is video files. It is estimated that they are responsible for 70% of CO2 emissions generated by data centers. It often happens that a large broadcaster stores over a hundred versions of the same episode of a series on its servers, although it would be enough to limit this number to a dozen or so. Meanwhile, long-available deduplication and compression techniques help to clean up the server room of unnecessary data. These methods eliminate redundant or duplicate data, reducing storage requirements and increasing overall system performance. Minimizing the data footprint saves costs, shortens backup and recovery times, and reduces energy consumption. Everything indicates that deduplication and compression technologies will likely play a significant role in sustainable digital information storage practices.

However, in order to see irregularities and then put things in order, you need to have insight into data and storage environments. With greater visibility, organizations can make informed decisions about deleting or archiving unnecessary data, archiving it to the cloud or to tape. Pure Storage introduced a sustainability assessment function to its offer less than two years ago, which controls the level of energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by the disk array, and then recommends how to reduce both coefficients.

It is worth noting, however, that according to IDC, about 90% of carriers in data centers are hard drives. Their manufacturers also have their own arguments for energy efficiency and sustainable development. For example, specialists from Western Digital recommend that in the case of HDDs, the entire life cycle of the carrier should be assessed. Although from the point of view of I/O, flash memory is more energy-efficient than mechanical disks, although much more energy is needed to produce SSDs than in the case of HDDs. In addition, interesting solutions are appearing on the market that allow you to limit the energy consumption of mechanical disks. One such example is a product offered by the Estonian startup Leila Storage.

While some manufacturers, such as Pure Storage, are announcing the imminent end of mechanical disks. that even by 2026. However, this is an unlikely scenario. Leil Storage is trying to prove that HDD users can also save a lot of energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere.

Collaboration Between Storware and Leil Storage

According to the Estonian startup, companies often make the mistake of assuming that erasure coding, media recycling, tape longevity, or 50% compression will achieve sustainable development goals. However, it is not that simple. Therefore, Leil Storage offers a shortcut, providing its own backup and archive storage systems, available in three versions: standard (maximum capacity 1.5 PB), advanced (9 PB), and enterprise green (up to 15 PB). Leil Storage uses 28TB UltraSMR disks manufactured by Western Digital.

This choice is not accidental. SMR disks are currently only used by hyperscalers. Unlike universal models with CMR recording technology, data is not written to magnetic tracks located next to each other on a single platter, but overlaps. This design allows you to fit 30% more data on the same area as with CMR media. Additionally, an SMR disk consumes the same amount of energy as a CMR disk, which translates to greater energy efficiency per 1TB of disk space (Leil Storage estimates it to be around 18%).

The startup will introduce a special ICE (Infinite Cold Engine) module this summer, which will cut power to unused disks. According to Leil Storage’s analysis, this will allow for a 43% reduction in energy consumption compared to a classic disk array. The startup predicts that as ICE evolves, savings will increase to 50% in 2025 and even 70% in 2026.

Leil Storage devices are currently compatible with products from companies like Acronis, Cohesity, and Rubrik. Recently, the Estonian startup began work on integrating its product with Storware software.

About Storware
Storware is a backup software producer with over 10 years of experience in the backup world. Storware Backup and Recovery is an enterprise-grade, agent-less solution that caters to various data environments. It supports virtual machines, containers, storage providers, Microsoft 365, and applications running on-premises or in the cloud. Thanks to its small footprint, seamless integration into your existing IT infrastructure, storage, or enterprise backup providers is effortless.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Backup for Structured and Unstructured Data

Data protection requires administrators to consider several important issues. The type of data, its location, and growing capacity requirements are of key importance.

The division of data into structured and unstructured data has existed for many years. Interestingly, as early as 1958, computer scientists were showing particular interest in the extraction and classification of unstructured text. But these were just scientific disputes. Unstructured data entered the mainstream a dozen or so years ago. At that time, analysts at IDC began to warn of the impending avalanche of unstructured data. Their predictions proved to be accurate. It is estimated that they currently account for around 80% of unstructured data, and even 95% in the case of Big Data sets. Their amount doubles every 18-20 months.

Structured and Unstructured Data

Aron Mohit, founder of Cohesity, compared data to a large iceberg, with structured data at the top, protruding from the surface of the water, and the rest being what is not visible. Unstructured data is found almost everywhere: in local server rooms, the public cloud, and on end devices. They do not have a predefined structure or schema, they exist in various formats, often occur in a raw and unorganized state, can contain a lot of information, which makes them usually difficult to manage. The lack of structure and a standardized format makes them difficult to analyze. Examples of unstructured data include texts such as emails, chat messages, and written documents, as well as multimedia content such as images, audio recordings, and videos.

Somewhat in the shadow of unstructured data are structured data. As the name suggests, they are organized and arranged in rows and columns. The structured format allows for their quick search and use, as well as high performance of operations. Although structured data represents only the tip of the iceberg, its role in business remains invaluable. They are commonly found in financial documentation in the form of transaction records, stock market data, or financial reports. Structured datasets are crucial for analyzing market trends, assessing investment risk, and facilitating financial modeling. They also play a significant role in healthcare. Organized patient documentation, diagnostic reports, and medical histories help ensure continuity of patient care and support medical research. Among e-commerce companies, structured data includes product catalogs, customer purchase histories, and inventory databases. With this information, marketers can implement personalized marketing strategies or better manage customer relationships.

Protecting Unstructured Data

Staying with Aron Mohit’s parallel, unstructured data is the invisible part of the iceberg, hiding many surprises. It includes many different types of information, such as Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, emails, photos, videos, audio files, social media, logs, sensor data, and IoT data. Unfortunately, the mountain continues to grow. And it is precisely the avalanche-like growth of data, as well as its dispersal, that poses considerable challenges for those responsible for its protection.

On NAS servers, in addition to valuable resources, there is a lot of unnecessary information, sometimes referred to as “zombie data”. Storing such files reduces system performance and unnecessarily generates costs, which translates into the need for more arrays or wider use of mass storage in the public cloud. According to Komprise, companies spend over 30% of their IT budget on storage.

Unnecessary files should be destroyed or archived, e.g., on tapes, if required by regulations. This has never been an easy task, and with the boom in artificial intelligence, it has become even more difficult. Organizations are collecting more and more data, on the assumption that it may be useful for training and improving AI models.

It should also be borne in mind that unstructured data sometimes contains sensitive information, e.g., about health or allowing the identification of specific individuals. Finding them is more labor-intensive than in the case of structured data, due to the loose format. However, the organization must know what they contain in order to locate them quickly if necessary.

A separate issue is the progressive adaptation of the SaaS model. In this case, service providers do not guarantee full protection of data processed by cloud applications. As a result, service users must invest in special tools to protect SaaS. As you can easily guess, vendors provide solutions for the most popular products, such as Microsoft 365. But according to the “State of SaaSOps 2023” report, the average company used an average of 130 cloud applications last year. It is easy to imagine the chaos, and therefore the costs, if an organization had to implement a separate tool for at least half of the SaaS used.

Protecting Structured Data

At first glance, everything seems simple, but the devil is in the details. The choice of the appropriate methodology usually depends on two factors: frequency, data quantity, and the amount of data changes. In the first case, critical databases typically require multiple backups created daily, while for less critical ones, a backup performed every 24 hours or even once a week may suffice.

Another issue is the amount of data. The administrator balances between three options to avoid overloading the network bandwidth or filling up server disks. The most common method involves creating a full copy of the entire database, including all data files, database objects, and system metadata. In case of loss or damage, a full backup allows for easy restoration, providing comprehensive protection. This method has two drawbacks: it generates large files, and creating copies and restoring the database after a failure takes a considerable amount of time.

Therefore, for backing up large databases, the incremental option seems better. This method involves saving changes made since the creation of the last full backup. This method does not require a lot of disk space and is faster compared to creating full backups. However, recovery here is more complex because it requires both a full backup and the latest incremental backup.

Another option is transaction log backup. The process involves recording all changes made to the database through transaction logs since the last transaction log backup. This method allows restoring the database to the exact moment before the problem occurred, minimizing data loss. The disadvantage of this method is the relatively difficult management of backup copies. Additionally, full transaction log backups are required for restoration.

Nowadays, when everything needs to be available on demand, companies are moving away from archaic methods that require shutting down the database engine during backup. New solutions allow creating a backup copy of all files located in the database, including table space, partitions, the main database, transaction logs, and other related files for the instance, without shutting down the database engine.

Protecting NoSQL Databases

In recent years, NoSQL databases have grown in popularity. As the name suggests, they do not use Structured Query Language (SQL), the standard for most commercial databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, IBM DB2, and MySQL.

The biggest advantages of NoSQL, such as horizontal scalability and high performance, make them suitable for web applications and applications containing large amounts of data. However, these advantages translate into difficulties in protecting applications. A typical NoSQL instance supports applications with a very large amount of rapidly changing data. In such a case, a traditional snapshot is not suitable. Additionally, if the data is corrupted, the snapshot will restore the corrupted data. Another serious problem is the lack of NoSQL compliance with the ACID principle (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability), unlike conventional backup tools. As a result, it is impossible to create an accurate “point-in- time” backup copy of a NoSQL database.

Conclusion

Multi-point solutions with various interfaces and isolated operations make it impossible to obtain a unified view of the backup infrastructure and manage all data located in the on-premises environment, public clouds, and the network edge. There are strong indications that the future of data protection and recovery solutions will be dominated by solutions that consolidate many point products into a platform managed through a single user interface. Customers will increasingly look for systems that offer scalability and support a comprehensive set of workloads, including virtual, physical, cloud-native applications, traditional and modern databases, and storage.

For those seeking a comprehensive backup and recovery solution for both structured and unstructured data, Storware Backup and Recovery stands out as a top choice. Its versatility goes beyond basic file backups, offering features like agent-based file-level protection for granular control, hot database backups to minimize downtime, and virtual machine support for a holistic data protection strategy. This flexibility ensures your critical business information, whether neatly organized databases or creative multimedia files, is always secured with reliable backups and efficient recovery options.

About Storware
Storware is a backup software producer with over 10 years of experience in the backup world. Storware Backup and Recovery is an enterprise-grade, agent-less solution that caters to various data environments. It supports virtual machines, containers, storage providers, Microsoft 365, and applications running on-premises or in the cloud. Thanks to its small footprint, seamless integration into your existing IT infrastructure, storage, or enterprise backup providers is effortless.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Election-Related Cyber Threats: How SMBs and MSPs Can Stay Secure Amid Political Turbulence

As the 2024 U.S. election cycle heats up, cybercriminals are ramping up efforts to exploit the political landscape. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) are particularly vulnerable during this period. From phishing campaigns to sophisticated nation-state attacks, the election introduces new risks that could severely impact businesses and the MSPs that support them.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Phishing attacks targeting SMBs during the election cycle are expected to surge, making MSPs essential for providing advanced email security and awareness training.
  • Nation-state actors may use SMBs as entry points for more extensive cyber-attacks, especially those connected to election systems or critical infrastructure, putting increased pressure on MSPs to secure their clients.
  • The election could bring about shifts in cybersecurity regulations and insurance requirements, which will have a lasting impact on both SMBs and MSPs, requiring proactive measures to stay compliant.

As we dive deeper into these emerging threats, let’s explore the real-world impact and the vital role MSPs will play in securing SMBs during this critical time.

1. The Surge in Politically-Themed Phishing Campaigns Targeting SMBs

Election seasons are prime for cybercriminal activity, and phishing campaigns remain one of the most common attack vectors. With email inboxes flooded by political ads, voting information, and donation requests, it’s easy for malicious actors to disguise phishing emails as legitimate election-related communication. SMBs, often with fewer cybersecurity resources, are prime targets for these attacks, which may lead to credential theft, ransomware infections, or data breaches.

Example: Phishing Emails Disguised as Voter Information

During the 2020 U.S. elections, phishing emails disguised as official voter registration updates surged. Many businesses received emails claiming to offer polling information or requesting donations for political causes. These emails contained malicious links designed to steal login credentials or deliver malware. The rise of generative AI has made crafting convincing phishing messages easier, allowing cybercriminals to scale their operations.

In a recent incident in 2024, reports indicate a notable increase in phishing attacks related to the election cycle, with many attackers leveraging topics like voter registration and political donations.​

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SMBs that lack strong defenses are especially vulnerable to these attacks.

For MSPs, the solution lies in proactive measures, including anti-phishing solutions, advanced email filtering, and security awareness training for their SMB clients.

2. Nation-State Attacks on SMBs Connected to Critical Infrastructure

Election interference has evolved from a national concern to one that directly impacts businesses—particularly those providing services to government agencies or critical infrastructure. Nation-state actors target SMBs as weak links in the supply chain, seeking access to larger systems through their less secure networks. This makes SMBs that work with election technology or government contracts especially vulnerable during the election cycle.

Example: SMBs as a Backdoor into Election Systems

During previous election cycles, hackers targeted software companies supplying election technology to various state governments. By compromising these smaller vendors, nation-state actors gained access to voter databases and sensitive election-related systems. This pattern is expected to continue in 2024, with reports of increasing activity on the darknet aimed at facilitating such attacks.​

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One of the most recent cases involves Iran, where hackers have reportedly targeted U.S. presidential campaigns, exploiting SMB vulnerabilities to gain access to sensitive data​

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For MSPs managing these clients, it’s crucial to employ a multi-layered defense strategy that includes endpoint protection, intrusion detection systems, and network segmentation. Regular security assessments and proactive monitoring are necessary to mitigate these risks.

3. New Regulations and Increased Demand for Cybersecurity Insurance

As election-related cyberattacks increase, SMBs—especially those in critical sectors—could face new compliance requirements. Additionally, with the rising risk of ransomware attacks and data breaches, more businesses are seeking cybersecurity insurance to protect against financial losses.

Example: The Shift Toward Cybersecurity Compliance

After the 2020 elections, several states began focusing more on cybersecurity regulations for companies working with critical infrastructure. These requirements included mandatory incident reporting and compliance with frameworks like NIST and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Similarly, the 2024 election cycle is driving demand for cybersecurity insurance as businesses look to protect themselves from potential damages.​

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MSPs can assist SMBs by offering managed compliance services to help them stay up-to-date with evolving regulations. Additionally, bundling cybersecurity solutions with insurance products provides added value to SMB clients.

Disinformation Campaigns and Their Impact on SMBs

Disinformation campaigns, often designed to influence public opinion during elections, can also impact businesses, especially those with a strong online presence. Cybercriminals may spread false information about a company’s services or leadership, leading to reputational damage.

Example: Fake Reviews and Social Media Attacks

In the past, SMBs have been victims of disinformation campaigns that spread fake reviews or social media posts during election periods. For example, in one notable case, a small business was falsely accused of political affiliations, resulting in lost customers and a barrage of negative reviews​.

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These campaigns can have a devastating effect on businesses that rely on their local reputation.

MSPs can help mitigate these risks by monitoring their clients’ digital presence and using tools to detect and respond to disinformation. Setting up alerts for unusual online activity and implementing account takeover protections are key steps in safeguarding against these threats.

Supply Chain Attacks: A Growing Threat for SMBs During Elections

Election cycles also see a rise in supply chain attacks, where cybercriminals target smaller vendors to gain access to larger networks. SMBs that provide software, hardware, or services to election offices are particularly at risk of these attacks, which are often aimed at disrupting or influencing the election process.

Example: Targeting SMB Vendors in the Supply Chain

In the 2016 U.S. election, hackers targeted a small software company that provided voter registration services to several states. By breaching this vendor, the attackers gained access to sensitive voter data, disrupting registration systems. With the 2024 election approaching, similar attacks are expected, with hackers actively working on the darknet to coordinate such efforts.​

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For MSPs, securing their clients’ supply chains is a top priority. This includes strong vendor management practices, regular security assessments, and ensuring that all software and hardware are updated and patched. Establishing contingency plans can also help SMBs quickly recover from any potential supply chain disruptions.

Conclusion: Guardz’s Commitment to Securing SMBs and MSPs During Critical Times

As we move through the 2024 election season, the cybersecurity landscape for SMBs and MSPs will become more complex and challenging. From phishing attacks to nation-state threats and supply chain vulnerabilities, the risks are significant. However, MSPs play a crucial role in helping SMBs navigate this turbulent environment by providing comprehensive security solutions, compliance support, and proactive protection.

At Guardz, we are deeply committed to the MSP community, understanding the unique challenges they face—especially during election cycles. Our mission is to empower MSPs with the tools and knowledge they need to secure their clients effectively. With AI-powered security solutions, managed detection and response (MDR), and cybersecurity insurance offerings, Guardz ensures that MSPs can stay ahead of emerging threats and continue to provide top-tier security services to their SMB clients.

Let’s work together to ensure that, even during times of political uncertainty, your clients remain secure and confident in their digital environments.

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About Guardz
Guardz is on a mission to create a safer digital world by empowering Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Their goal is to proactively secure and insure Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) against ever-evolving threats while simultaneously creating new revenue streams, all on one unified platform.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Modernizing Legacy Backup Solutions

Traditional legacy backup solutions served organizations in the past. However, in recent years, they have been unable to keep up with data protection needs and the rapid increase in cyber threat sophistication. Thus, any organization still relying on legacy backups should be prepared to encounter data loss because of the inefficiency of these outdated solutions.

To keep their businesses on track, organizations must upgrade to modernized backup solutions that are on par with the realities of data threats today, ensuring optimal protection from data loss and speedy recovery during a data disaster. This article explores the failures of legacy backup solutions and the growing need for organizations to upgrade to modernized solutions that offer better protection.

What is Backup Modernization?

Backup modernization is the process of replacing an outdated data protection solution with a newer backup and recovery system. Modern backup provides better technological advantages, providing more effective and efficient protection against data disasters. With the ever rising data threats, upgrading your backup solution is crucial for business continuity.

Failures of Legacy Backup Solutions

Organizations often get stuck with legacy data protection systems because they are already familiar with these systems. Some also shy away from the imminent cost needed to overhaul these systems. However, the truth is that these legacy backup solutions are outdated and will present several issues you can avoid when you upgrade to modern backup systems. Some problems legacy solutions pose are:

  • Expensive Use and Maintenance

Maintaining legacy systems could be very expensive because of their complexity and the need for specialized knowledge of these solutions. Thus, running legacy systems will incur unnecessary costs for your organization.

  • Long Backup Windows

Also, legacy solutions lead to higher downtime because they take time to recover data. A typical backup system has lengthy backup windows, meaning data could get lost if a disaster occurs between one backup process and another. This lack of incremental backups leads to slow processing and higher data loss or corruption risks.

  • Disaster Recovery Challenges

Besides backup, disaster recovery is another crucial concern regarding data protection. After a data disaster, the quick recovery of data ensures an organization returns to its regular operation in record time. However, legacy solutions take time to restore data and are less reliable, posing greater risk when disasters occur.

  • Delayed Cloud Adoption

Most legacy systems don’t support clouds because they were not built with it in mind. Thus, it becomes difficult to integrate cloud solutions, preventing organizations from using cloud infrastructure to their advantage.

  • Scalability Issues

Legacy systems often struggle to scale because they are designed primarily for smaller, static datasets. As a result, they may be unable to handle large data volumes, making them unsuitable for growing organizations that constantly face increasing data volumes.

  • Lack of Advanced Security features and Automation

Operating legacy backup systems requires more human resources because they need manual operations. These traditional solutions don’t offer automatic security features like encryption and access control. So, there is a higher risk of human error and an increased hands-on management of resources.

Why Organizations Should Upgrade Their Legacy Backup Solutions

With legacy backup solutions proven less effective and efficient, looking into other options is crucial. The best solution companies can seek is to upgrade from legacy solutions to modernized backups that offer better results. Let’s look at some reasons why organizations should upgrade their systems.

  • Improved Speed and Efficiency

Legacy systems can be complex, and the lack of automation and advanced features contributes to their failing speed and efficiency. However, modernized solutions prioritize speed and efficiency, leveraging advanced technologies, including incremental backups, continuous data protection (CDP), and deduplication. These features help to reduce downtime by backing up and restoring data quickly.

  • Automation

Modern solutions use automation to reduce the manual workload, ensuring the data protection process runs smoothly. They offer scheduled backups, central management, and automated failover. Unlike legacy systems that require a more hands-on approach, modernized backup solutions streamline the work process, helping companies achieve better results.

  • Enhanced Data Security

The main aim of backup solutions is data protection, but legacy systems may fail to provide the best security because they weren’t designed with the latest threats in mind. Thus, they are less effective in fighting against modern cyber threats. On the other hand, modern backup solutions consider the present sophistication of cyber threats. So, these solutions integrate the latest security features to offer more robust data backup and recovery, reducing the risk of data corruption and loss and ensuring quick data recovery.

  • Scalability

In any growing organization, scalability is essential. While legacy systems find it challenging to scale alongside the organization’s growing needs, data volume keeps growing. So organizations must find a solution that can quickly adapt to this ever-increasing need and work speed. Modern backup solutions are scalable, ensuring that organizations have no issues with data protection as the company size and data volume grows. This leads to flexibility and reduced costs over time.

  • Cloud Integration

Cloud has become a staple in today’s data world, offering increased data protection and less dependence on physical infrastructure for organizations. Cloud integration not only improves data protection but also reduces the cost of operation by limiting the physical infrastructure needed to protect data. Modernized backup solutions integrate Cloud, enabling organizations to combine physical and virtual data storage and protection for optimal results and lower risks.

  • Support for Latest Technologies

Legacy solutions may not support newer technologies as most are not open to technological advancements. However, modernized solutions support state-of-the-art technologies like containerization, continuous data protection (CDP), and deduplication, ensuring they offer data protection at its peak.

Conclusion

Legacy backups can no longer serve organizations because they pose problems like scalability issues, disaster recovery challenges, long backup windows, expensive maintenance, and a lack of advanced security features and automation. These challenges prevent them from providing the best protection against data threats or an excellent recovery process.

Companies must upgrade to modernized backup solutions that offer improved speed and efficiency, automation, scalability, enhanced data security, and support for the latest technologies. This will ensure that their data protection system can weather against cyber threats and other data disasters.

Storware Backup and Recovery bridges the gap between modern and legacy data management. For modern workloads, it offers features like agent-based protection for cloud data, containers, and virtual environments, ensuring your most cutting-edge applications are secure. However, Storware doesn’t leave older systems behind. It can integrate seamlessly with existing backup solutions, acting as a proxy to streamline and centralize your overall data protection strategy, regardless of the system’s age. This future-proof approach ensures your valuable information is protected, no matter its source or platform.

About Storware
Storware is a backup software producer with over 10 years of experience in the backup world. Storware Backup and Recovery is an enterprise-grade, agent-less solution that caters to various data environments. It supports virtual machines, containers, storage providers, Microsoft 365, and applications running on-premises or in the cloud. Thanks to its small footprint, seamless integration into your existing IT infrastructure, storage, or enterprise backup providers is effortless.

About Version 2 Digital

Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

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