Author Archives: Mark Ridley

Backup best practices and common mistakes to avoid

An interruption in the flow of your critical systems – no matter how small – can wreak havoc on employee productivity, impacting the bottom line.  In a worst-case scenario, your entire organisation can be rendered inoperable and the longer it … Read MoreRead More

The cost of data loss

We have discussed data loss and its causes, we have discussed GDPR and what it means to lose data in this regulatory environment (so has everybody else). However, the cybersecurity community seems to shy away from the topic of the … Read MoreRead More

Top 5 backup challenges you should fix

We know the importance of deploying a robust backup strategy and we know the benefits it can bring to your business. This isn’t to say there are no backup challenges. Like with any technology, it can be expensive or become … Read MoreRead More

Why SME’s should be outsourcing everything

SME’s are experiencing a shortage in both digital skills and fundamental business skills. Eligible candidates are either picked up by attractive graduate schemes or have salary expectations that cannot yet be met. This lack of candidates may feel like it … Read MoreRead More

Risk vs Benefits of outsourcing your data backup

There has never been a better time to outsource your IT services, its easier than ever before and more rewarding. Third-party vendors can offer organisations scalable services that meet your unique requirements without a massive investment in new infrastructure. When … Read More

The implications of GDPR – Why you need a robust Backup and DR Strategy

So, after a two year build up, GDPR has been brought into law and we have already seen some major businesses blunders. From a continuous breach at Ticketmaster to BA’s misstep in asking people to post their personal information on … Read More