Data loss is a business killer: Why M365 Backup as a Service is essential

In today's digital landscape, businesses rely heavily on their Microsoft 365 tenants for their day-to-day operations. Whether managing emails, collaborating on documents, or storing critical business data, Microsoft 365 has become an indispensable tool. However, there are hidden vulnerabilities that many organisations overlook: The threat of data loss.

Malicious intent isn't the sole reason for data loss

1. Human error

Even the most careful employees can make mistakes. Accidental deletion, overwriting files, or misconfigurations can lead to irreversible data loss. Microsoft offers some level of data recovery, but it's not foolproof.

2. Hackers & Malware

Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics. Ransomware attacks, phishing schemes, and unauthorised access can compromise your data. An effective backup ensures you can restore your systems after a security breach.

3. Synchronisation errors

Your Microsoft 365 tenant syncs data across devices and platforms. However, sync errors can occur, resulting in data inconsistencies or loss. A robust backup solution helps bridge these gaps.

4. Natural disasters

Floods, fires, earthquakes, and other disasters can physically damage data centres where your Microsoft 365 data is stored. While these providers have redundancy and disaster recovery plans, having an independent backup adds an extra layer of protection.

5. Malicious intent

Unfortunately, not all data loss is accidental. Disgruntled employees or external threats may intentionally delete or corrupt data. Without proper backup measures, recovering lost information becomes a nightmare.

Even with the most robust security, you're still susceptible to data loss

Application providers invest heavily in securing their infrastructure. They implement encryption, access controls, and monitoring to safeguard against external threats. However, this security primarily focuses on infrastructure, not individual user data. Your data within these platforms is still susceptible to the risks mentioned above.

The role of third-party backup (M365 BaaS)

Third-party backup solutions fill the gap left by Microsoft. At Nviron, we created Microsoft 365 Backup as a Service (M365 BaaS), uniquely designed to back up your Microsoft 365 tenant. Here's why investing in M365 BaaS is crucial:

• Comprehensive Protection: M365 BaaS covers all your data, including emails, files, calendars, and collaboration tools. You won't miss anything during a restore.

• Point-in-Time Recovery: Unlike your Microsoft 365 tenant backups, which may only retain data for a limited time, M365 BaaS allows you to restore data anytime, and backups can be made daily. This flexibility is essential for compliance and legal purposes.

• Independence: Your backup data resides outside the application. Your data remains safe even if the platform experiences an outage or breach.

• Granular Recovery: Need to recover a specific email or file? Nviron backups let you restore individual items without affecting the entire system.

Don't fall into the trap of assuming that the applications you use daily automatically protect your data. Take control of your business-critical information by investing in a third-party solution such as M365 BaaS from Nviron. Remember, data loss isn't just an inconvenience—it's a business killer.

For more information on how M365 BaaS supports you with robust backups, please Click Here to speak to one of the team members. Alternatively, existing customers can contact their Account Manager.