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• Get the most out of Azure Site Recovery DRaaS

  For Azure users, the Site Recovery DRaaS tool provides reliable and accessible disaster recovery. Testing and good management are critical to get the most out of the service.  Continue Reading

• 10 trends shaping the chief data officer role

  As data use increases and organizations turn to business intelligence to optimize information, these 10 chief data officer trends are shaping the role.  Continue Reading

• Tighten up work recovery time for successful disaster recovery

  The best strategy for reducing work recovery time windows is done before the need arises. Proactive disaster recovery planning is key to being as prepared as possible.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate and select data visualization tools

  Communicating data findings requires clear and informative visuals. Selecting the right tool starts with knowing the criteria to evaluate data visualization tools.  Continue Reading

• Use data classification to protect data, aid backup compliance

  Following strict compliance regulations can result in high storage costs. Use data classification for backup retention to sift through affected data without breaking the bank.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate and optimize data warehouse performance

  Organizations build data warehouses to satisfy their information management needs. Data warehouse optimization can help ensure that these warehouses achieve their full potential.  Continue Reading

• 7 best practices for successful data governance programs

  A comprehensive, companywide data governance program strengthens data infrastructure, improves compliance initiatives, supports strategic intelligence and boosts customer loyalty.  Continue Reading

• Do the costs of the 3-2-1 backup rule outweigh the benefits?

  Data backup admins have relied on the 3-2-1 backup rule for years, but rising costs could indicate a need to modify the traditional data protection strategy.  Continue Reading

• Zerto tips and tricks for ransomware recovery

  Ransomware recovery is a major concern for disaster recovery teams. For businesses using Zerto, there are a variety of ransomware protection and recovery features that can help.  Continue Reading

• 3 considerations for a data compliance management strategy

  A data compliance management strategy is key for organizations to protect data the right way. Different positions have responsibility to ensure industry regulations are met.  Continue Reading

• Why businesses should know the importance of data quality

  Data quality, building data trust and identifying bias are critical for organizations to confidently make decisions based on the data they collect.  Continue Reading

• 5 key elements of data tenancy

  Data tenancy is a key piece of any data protection scheme and can be crafted around five building blocks to provide safe, secure data access to users.  Continue Reading

• What is data vaulting and how does it shape modern backups?

  Data vaulting methods, such as air gapping and active archives, help isolate and protect data backups from malicious deletion or accidental data loss.  Continue Reading

• How AI adds value to crisis communications systems

  AI provides key enhancements to existing emergency notifications systems that can reduce the amount of time a business needs to effectively prepare for and respond to a crisis.  Continue Reading

• Veeam backup repository best practices for optimal protection

  Just a few simple steps can enhance performance protection in the Veeam backup repository. Use these best practices to maximize backup storage and protection.  Continue Reading

• Collaborative analytics model boosts decision-making

  Organizations are adopting a collaborative analytics model to tap the full potential of their workforces and increase data sharing and decision-making through collaboration.  Continue Reading

• 10 key elements to follow data compliance regulations

  Data privacy laws are changing around the world on a constant basis. These 10 elements can help keep organizations up to speed with data compliance regulations.  Continue Reading

• For Salesforce backup options, look beyond native capabilities

  Salesforce deals with critical data, so data protection is a major consideration. Find out why users may want to look outside the platform for backup options.  Continue Reading

• Trello backup best practices

  SaaS applications like Trello have gained traction in recent years. Protect mission-critical data on Trello boards with these backup tips and best practices.  Continue Reading

• 7 benefits of BI dashboards for businesses

  To reap the full benefits of BI dashboards, they need to be designed to empower end users and improve the efficiency of BI software and the decision-making process.  Continue Reading

• Critical event management software simplifies disaster recovery

  Critical event management software can help reduce the chaos of disaster response, without overloading disaster recovery teams with data or complicating communications.  Continue Reading

• How to identify and implement embedded analytics opportunities

  Business users need to consider data science workflows and software development to identify opportunities for implementing embedded analytics for business value.  Continue Reading

• NoSQL database types explained: Graph

  NoSQL graph databases focus on the relationships between pieces of data. Two common frameworks bring different advantages and disadvantages over other NoSQL database types.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 elements needed for a successful data warehouse

  While conventional data warehouses may struggle to keep up with growing volumes of data, these five elements best give the ability to tap into valuable BI.  Continue Reading

• 5 challenges IT faces using open source data management

  There are a variety of open source challenges for data management software, including lack of real-time BI access, miscalculating costs and underestimating the resources required.  Continue Reading

• Box backup tips, options and considerations

  Backing up Box data? Look at your organization's retention policies, compliance requirements and complementary tools to form a solid Box backup strategy.  Continue Reading

• The benefits of embedded analytics

  The top business benefits of embedded analytics and BI include improving sales, gaining competitive advantages and getting maximum value from data to improve performance.  Continue Reading

• Benefits of predictive analytics for businesses

  Predictive analytics' ability to forecast the future based on patterns in past data can give businesses a huge edge. Read about how to use this advanced form of business analytics.  Continue Reading

• Predictive analytics in marketing: Achieving success

  The use of predictive analytics in marketing is transforming how companies sell to customers, but the learning curve can be steep. Here's what you need to know to be successful.  Continue Reading

• Where do PSIM systems fit into disaster recovery?

  Organizations that use multiple security platforms can look to PSIM systems to be better prepared for an incident. Read on for more about how they work.  Continue Reading

• 5-step predictive analytics process cycle

  A viable predictive model that yields valuable outcomes requires a methodical team approach to goal-setting, data integrity and model development, deployment and validation.  Continue Reading

• Descriptive vs. prescriptive vs. predictive analytics explained

  Analytics provides insight into the data today's businesses run on. Learn about the three main modes -- descriptive, prescriptive and predictive analytics -- and two variants.  Continue Reading

• The business benefits of automating and embedding BI

  Automated insights and embedded BI are getting decision-makers the data needed to make quick decisions, accelerate business processes and lessen manual work required.  Continue Reading

• Predictive analytics in healthcare: 12 valuable use cases

  Predictive analytics' increasingly invasive presence in a host of healthcare applications yields more personalized patient care, earlier interventions and reduced hospital costs.  Continue Reading

• 6 challenges of building predictive analytics models

  The use of predictive analytics in marketing can bring benefits companywide. But building a good predictive analytics model is not trivial. Here are six challenges.  Continue Reading

• What is embedded analytics, and how does it benefit BI?

  Here are the benefits of data managers using embedded analytics capabilities to use interactive dashboards and reporting techniques within existing business applications.  Continue Reading

• How to use air gaps for ransomware defense

  Air gaps can be a valuable last line of defense against ransomware. However, both logical and physical air gaps have vulnerabilities that can be exploited by bad actors.  Continue Reading

• Business shift to a data monetization strategy elevates CDOs

  As their focus dramatically swings from compliance issues to data monetization, chief data officers are on track to take their rightful place among C-level executives, but slowly.  Continue Reading

• Prepare a supply chain disaster recovery plan

  Supply chain disruptions can bring business to a halt and lead to high costs. Examine potential threats, mitigation costs and prepare to plug any gaps in the chain.  Continue Reading

• The roadblocks of business intelligence growth

  Training and cost are the two biggest business intelligence challenges impeding organizations' BI usage and expansion, according to a survey conducted by ESG.  Continue Reading

• NoSQL database types explained: Document-based databases

  NoSQL document-based databases store information in documents with specific keys, similar to a key-value store, but with different benefits and disadvantages.  Continue Reading

• Air gap backups provide another layer of protection

  Air gap backups can provide extra protection from data deletion or intruders, but admins should exercise caution to ensure the data is encrypted and the network is secure.  Continue Reading

• Immutable backups for ransomware defense may not be enough

  Immutable backups ensure data cannot be overwritten or changed, making them a great way to protect against ransomware, but they're not a perfect option. Here's why.  Continue Reading

• Top troubleshooting tips for Veeam backup failure

  Backup admins who use Veeam can make their lives easier with not only the tools built into the platform but by checking out vendor and user suggestions and guidance.  Continue Reading

• Use NetBackup version command to gather critical data

  Running different NetBackup versions on client servers can complicate infrastructure management. This version command can help admins gather version data for their servers.  Continue Reading

• The challenges of cloud data management

  Cloud platforms are expanding rapidly, causing organizations to face new cloud management challenges keeping pace with cloud data management advancements.  Continue Reading

• Data warehouses and holistic business intelligence

  Data warehouses help companies gather analytics on individual systems and data for a holistic view of company performance, spot correlations and make informed decisions.  Continue Reading

• Prepare and conduct a ransomware tabletop exercise

  Tabletop exercises help organizations practice response and recovery, but one size doesn't fit all. For ransomware attacks, use this template to create a targeted exercise.  Continue Reading

• The benefits and pitfalls of cloud-based data management systems

  Learn the benefits of cloud-based data management systems, common pitfalls and strategies when considering varying data levels and industry needs.  Continue Reading

• Ransomware questions to ask for optimal backup protection

  Are you asking the right questions about ransomware? Here are some questions for backup admins and IT teams that can help keep backups safe in a ransomware attack.  Continue Reading

• Backup admins: Watch out for these ransomware attack trends

  Ransomware attacks have evolved and present a new set of challenges for backup admins. Here are some recent attack trends to prepare for to keep data and backups safe.  Continue Reading

• Decode different types of business interruption insurance

  Business interruption insurance can be difficult to navigate because not all policies are the same. Here's what to examine when exploring insurance options.  Continue Reading

• Top mass notification system vendors and how to choose one

  Mass notification systems are crucial to a business continuity and disaster recovery strategy. To choose the right system, cross-check its capabilities with your requirements.  Continue Reading

• Backup management software roundup: What's on the market?

  Organizations in search of a backup management tool may find what they're looking for in one of these products. Check out tools from vendors including Veeam, Veritas and Rubrik.  Continue Reading

• Use ISO 22332 to improve business continuity plans

  Standards offer guidance on business continuity and disaster recovery plans. ISO 22332 is no exception, providing great detail on how to prepare and execute a BC plan.  Continue Reading

• 6 strategies to tap into data warehouse BI

  Data warehouse BI benefits include data storage, summarization and transformation and can be unlocked with these six strategies leveraging cloud architectures.  Continue Reading

• Zerto vs. Veeam: Compare 2 disaster recovery providers

  Cloud failover, automation and orchestration are just a few of the features to consider in comparisons of Veeam and Zerto. See how the two DR products compare.  Continue Reading

• Maximize the benefits of virtual disaster recovery

  Compared to physical setups, virtualization can accelerate and streamline DR processes. Automation, however, is essential to achieve those benefits.  Continue Reading

• Fortify emergency communications systems with a business plan

  Emergency communications is one of the first actions organizations should undertake during an incident. An automated system is critical but cannot stand alone without a plan.  Continue Reading

• Best practices for cloud database management systems

  Learn best practices to streamline cloud database management to benefit business performance, compliance audits and business continuity.  Continue Reading

• DevOps backup tips, challenges and best practices

  DevOps backup is like an overall backup strategy in many ways, such as anticipating incidents before they occur. But watch out for these unique challenges in this developing field.  Continue Reading

• Prepare for planned and unplanned downtime

  There are two types of IT downtime: planned and unplanned. Neither are desirable, but one is necessary and the other could strike at any moment. Here's how to prepare for both.  Continue Reading

• Slack backup options include commercial, open source tools

  Slack does not automatically back up files that organizations send via the platform, but many use it to exchange crucial data. Here are three different ways to back up Slack data.  Continue Reading

• 9 steps to a dynamic data architecture plan

  Learn the nine steps to a comprehensive data architecture plan, including C-suite support, data personas, user needs, governance, catalogs, SWOT, lifecycles, blueprints and maps.  Continue Reading

• DRaaS vs. BaaS: Compare 2 data protection options

  While DRaaS and BaaS can simplify data protection operations, they aren't right for all IT shops. Learn the differences between the two technologies -- and the potential risks.  Continue Reading

• How to plan for the cost of unplanned downtime

  Unplanned downtime can lead to serious consequences, including reputational harm, revenue loss and extra IT costs. Use these tips to plan for the unexpected.  Continue Reading

• 5 principles of a well-designed data architecture

  Here are five core data architecture principles to help organizations build a modern architecture that successfully meets their data management and analytics needs.  Continue Reading

• How to build a successful cloud data architecture

  As enterprises vacate the premises and migrate their operations skyward, a cloud data architecture can provide the long-term flexibility to improve workflows, costs and security.  Continue Reading

• Data modeling vs. data architecture: What's the difference?

  Data modelers and data architects have distinctly different roles, but they work in a complementary fashion to help enterprises unlock and capitalize on data's business value.  Continue Reading

• Crisis communications training exercises to implement

  A crisis communications team must be prepared to spring into action at a moment's notice. Here are three crisis communications training strategies to ensure a team is ready.  Continue Reading

• Tips for backup compliance reporting and why it matters

  Backup compliance reporting is crucial to keep data safe and keep organizations compliant with data regulations. Learn more about its importance and how to ensure compliance.  Continue Reading

• Challenges of NAS mirror backup: Cost, hardware constraints

  NAS mirror backup is a useful way to back up data, but comes with challenges, such as cost and data replication frequency. Learn how to navigate the constraints of NAS mirror backup.  Continue Reading

• Build a BCDR employee training program for peak resilience

  A BCDR training program teaches employees key skills, such as how to conduct risk assessments, coordinate emergency response with first responders and restore business processes.  Continue Reading

• 12 skills business continuity managers need to succeed

  Communication, collaboration, IT expertise and project management are key skills that business continuity managers must have to efficiently lead a BCDR team. Here's why.  Continue Reading

• NAS backups to cloud: Tips, tricks and market options

  Cloud providers now offer NAS compatibility, which gives another option for NAS backup. Know what to expect when exploring NAS backup for cloud options.  Continue Reading

• How to build a strong crisis communications team

  A crisis communications team works best when all members are fully aware of their responsibilities. Here are some tips on building a highly effective response team.  Continue Reading

• Ensure HIPAA backup compliance with documentation, testing

  With new storage tools and evolving backup practices, it is crucial covered entities remain HIPAA-compliant with their backups. Here are a few ways to ensure compliance.  Continue Reading

• How to keep up with IoT data protection

  When it comes to protecting IoT data, admins can begin planning backup with an assessment of how much data the organization is generating and how it's being used.  Continue Reading

• Use immutable backups to prevent data loss, boost compliance

  Immutable backups have gained traction with the rise in ransomware attacks. However, there are different approaches to immutability and external factors that come in to play.  Continue Reading

• Big data vs. machine learning: How they differ and relate

  Big data and machine learning are a powerful pairing for data analytics. Here's an explanation of the difference between them and how they can be used together.  Continue Reading

• Choose the right automated backup system for your needs

  Automated backup systems are easy to understand with just a few basic concepts. Here's what you need to know about this highly reliable and increasingly popular technology.  Continue Reading

• Look for these critical features in a ROBO backup tool

  To effectively back up ROBO environments, admins should prioritize bandwidth optimization, centralized management and the ability to initiate restores remotely.  Continue Reading

• Establish a business continuity team to get the full picture

  Business continuity teams provide insight and focus that can keep an organization on its feet when disaster strikes. Don't rely on a disaster recovery team to reduce downtime.  Continue Reading

• Data warehouse environment modernization tools and tips

  A data warehouse environment is made up of many tools and systems. Read on to learn the history of the modern data warehouse and how they're currently evolving.  Continue Reading

• Prepare for the unknown with an organizational resilience model

  An organizational resilience strategy is far-reaching, involving many facets of IT and the business -- from disaster recovery to supply chain management.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft 365 retention policy vs. backup: Why you need both

  The Microsoft 365 retention policy offers some protection against data loss and the associated risks, but is it a replacement for a true data backup? Signs point to no.  Continue Reading

• How to establish an operational resilience training program

  Collaboration across departments is the new normal to protect business operations. Set up and promote an operational resilience training program with our included printable guide.  Continue Reading

• Back up Kubernetes persistent volumes with snapshots

  A snapshot is a useful tool to back up Kubernetes persistent volumes. Follow these steps to create a snapshot on GKE using YAML files and kubectl commands.  Continue Reading

• Operational resilience frameworks hinge on breaking down silos

  Resilience is more than just business continuity and disaster recovery. Operational resilience depends on communication among many different business functions at an organization.  Continue Reading

• Compare file sync vs. backup for data protection

  The use of both file syncs and backups could be beneficial for enterprises, as each has its advantages. Pay particular attention to security and point-in-time recovery.  Continue Reading

• Top 3 backup and recovery requirements for data protection

  Data protection teams are responsible for some of an organization's most critical activities. The right policies, testing and technologies are key to a backup and recovery plan.  Continue Reading

• The reality of Docker disaster recovery in practice

  A successful Docker DR strategy must account for a range of factors, including the host infrastructure, networks and redundancy in the cloud.  Continue Reading

• Python code formatting: Tools you need and why it matters

  Computers don't care about the style of your code, so why should you? See what Al Sweigart has to say about code formatting, and get a sneak peek at his new book.  Continue Reading

• Kubernetes backup demands new IT practices and tools

  IT admins need to evolve their backup strategies to accommodate for the highly dynamic nature of Kubernetes environments -- and the right tool can go a long way.  Continue Reading

• Bolster an operational resilience strategy with these tips

  What's the first step to achieve operational resilience? Knowing which assets and activities are most critical to the business.  Continue Reading

• Follow these standards for business continuity and resilience

  Business continuity, disaster recovery and resilience professionals have numerous IT standards they can reference for nearly every aspect of planning.  Continue Reading

• Emphasize backup for container data protection

  As container adoption continues to grow, admins have to rethink their data backup and protection strategies. Luckily, there are some best practices and tools that can help.  Continue Reading

• Optimize a BCDR strategy for 2021 and beyond

  COVID-19 has changed the way many organizations view BCDR. Along with an increased interest in resilience, a pandemic-proof BCDR plan is likely top of mind for 2021.  Continue Reading

• Top 10 tips to effectively manage the data backup process

  An organization's backup process should be comprehensive -- it could save the business in a crisis. These 10 tips describe how to run the process from start to finish.  Continue Reading

• Use APIs to create a custom disaster recovery report

  The right set of PowerShell commands and API calls can go a long way to build and customize a disaster recovery report. Learn how with these steps.  Continue Reading