In a world where data is at the heart of all activities, the loss of information can be dramatic for any organisation, whatever its size. However, at i4M IT Services, we still find that all too often backup is neglected or poorly managed, when it should be an absolute priority.

Good practice

To protect your data effectively, here are a few tips that we apply on a daily basis at i4M and that we recommend to all our customers:

• Multiply back-ups: Don’t be satisfied with just one copy. Go for a “3-2-1” strategy: 3 copies of your data, on 2 different media, including 1 off-site (cloud or secure external disk ).

• Automate processes: Manual back-ups are quickly forgotten. Opt for automated, programmed and monitored solutions.

• Test restoration: A backup that cannot be restored is useless. Carry out regular restore tests to ensure that your files are recoverable and intact.

• Protecting the cloud too: Many people think about their local servers, but forget to back up their cloud environments (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace…). However, mishandling or hacking can also lead to the loss of data on these platforms.

• Training your teams: Raising your staff’s awareness of good practice and the risks associated with IT security is a guarantee of resilience.

A little tip: Plan a ” backupday ” every quarter, when the whole team checks together that everything is working, that restores are possible and that everyone knows the procedure to follow in the event of an incident.

Risks underestimated… until it ‘ s too late

The story ofan SME in Geneva
A few months ago, a local SME contacted us in a hurry: following a ransomware incident, all their work files had been blocked. Their last backup was several months old… The result: days of work lost , invoicing postponed and a lot of stress. Fortunately, we were able to recover some of the data, but the experience taught them a lesson: since then, they have adopted an automated, outsourced backup solution, which is tested every month. Today, they sleep much more peacefully!

Personalised support

At i4M, our mission goes beyond simply installing technical solutions. We analyse your needs, implement backup strategies tailored to your business and continuously monitor the security and availability of your data. Our team is always on hand to advise you, intervene quickly in the event of an incident and enable you to work with peace of mind, in complete confidence.

Nous croyons que la sécurité informatique est avant tout une question de confiance et d’humain : chaque entreprise est unique, chaque risque est différent, et chaque solution doit être personnalisée.

Conclusion

Don’t leave the future of your business to chance. Investing in a robust backup policy means guaranteeing the continuity of your business and protecting what you’ve built. Don’t wait for the next incident to happen!

If you’ d like to take stock of your backup strategy, update your tools or simply ask some questions, get in touch with our team! We’ll be delighted to help.

i4M Services Informatiques Sàrl – Your security and peace of mind partner in Geneva.

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