Cloud data backup is a method of storing data on an offsite server for easy retrieval. The cloud service provider backs up, maintains, and manages the files—and you can access them from any location as long you have an internet connection. Below is a more in-depth look at what cloud data backup involves and the benefits it provides.

The Process

After initially signing up with a cloud services provider, you upload your business' data to the provider's system. Depending on the number of files to be transferred, this can take anywhere from several hours to a few days, but it only needs to be done once, as your files are then securely stored offsite. This means that they are on an entirely separate server in a managed data center, maintained by cloud service professionals. As you and your team work on data that is stored in the server, the files are regularly and automatically saved to ensure a copy is always available.

Benefits

There are numerous advantages to using cloud data backup services. The biggest is the protection it provides. It's no secret that servers crash, networks fail, and systems lose data. Such damage can be catastrophic for the smooth operation of a business. With cloud backup, recovering lost data is as easy as accessing the cloud, and your operation can be back up and running in minutes.

Another notable benefit is the routine, automatic saving that occurs as often as every 15 minutes. You don't need to worry about forgetting to save a file amid the various pressures of your workday.

Also, if you inadvertently delete an email, many cloud services allow you to recover that email with ease. Whether the email was sent this morning or several months in the past, returning it to your inbox is as simple as accessing the cloud.

The peace of mind that comes with cloud data backup cannot be overstated. Concord Technology Group has been offering cloud and managed IT services to Lake County, OH, and the Cleveland area since 2008. They are committed to providing the highest quality telecommunications solutions to help your business thrive. Call (440) 210-3200 or visit their website to arrange a free needs assessment today.