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Even though it is not a holiday, March 31 is World Backup Day, a yearly reminder to review our data backup plan.
World Backup Day is yet another opportunity to acknowledge the ever-increasing data generated, saved, duplicated, and utilised worldwide.
Various market research reports, like IDC’s projection, forecast that data will expand enormously to reach 175 zettabytes by 2025.
Although the average person may not find it significant, organisations consider it crucial to determine how to store, manage, transfer, analyse, utilise, and ensure data security.
“Not backing up your data can be extremely detrimental. If your hardware fails, you experience a cyber-attack, or a natural disaster occurs, all of your important information could be lost with no means of retrieval,” said Carl D’Halluin, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Datadobi.
Data backup is crucial for any business, but selecting the right solution depends on cost, scalability, ease of use, and security.
Having a plan in place for data recovery is also crucial in case of data loss. Possible methods for data recovery include using backups, recovery software, and professional services.
Many companies opt for cheaper legacy storage options like hard disks. Still, these are more susceptible to write errors and slow restoration, especially if the data is cold and stored remotely without network connectivity. Flash is becoming a feasible alternative as its cost matches hard disk prices.
Companies must have a well-defined strategy for creating and securing their data backups. This strategy should be informed by best practices to be effective, despite permutations and combinations.
Regular testing of backups is vital to verify their proper functioning and ability to restore data in case of loss. It can also help identify issues with the backup process and ensure completion within the desired timeframe.
Additionally, it is essential to have a disaster recovery plan that details the necessary steps and procedures to follow in case of data loss or a disaster. This plan should also define the roles and responsibilities of executive staff.
Also, training employees on data backup best practices is essential, including initiating backups, properly storing backup media, and testing backups.
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