That’s why backup and recovery solutions are a non-negotiable for organizations of all sizes. Traditionally, on-premises backup methods like external hard drives were the norm, but the rise of cloud computing has brought new options to the table in the form of cloud backup. Managed cloud services provide a way to automatically copy data to a remote cloud-based server for safekeeping.

However, many companies are now taking things a step further by implementing cloud-to-cloud backup. With this approach, data that is already being hosted in one cloud environment (like a SaaS application, for example) gets copied over to a second cloud for redundancy.

What Is Cloud-to-Cloud Backup?

Cloud-to-cloud backup provides an additional layer of protection for the rising number of businesses relying on cloud perks and productivity solutions like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and more. While these software-as-a-service platforms include some backup and file recovery capabilities, they have well-documented limitations that could leave companies vulnerable to data loss scenarios.

According to statistics from Expert Insights, 45% of company data breaches are cloud-based, 80% of national companies experience at least one cloud issue per year, and 27% of these incidents went public! Clearly, there is a disconnect between the business-critical data being stored in cloud environments and robust backup and recovery strategies.

With cloud-to-cloud backup, businesses can automatically sync data from one cloud service (the production cloud) to a second dedicated cloud backup repository that puts redundant copies of that data into a separate environment.

This creates a readily accessible and complete version of critical data if files become corrupted, deleted, or otherwise lost in the production cloud.

What Are the Benefits of Cloud-to-Cloud Backup?

Numerous benefits make cloud-to-cloud backup solutions highly advantageous for businesses. Here are some of the reasons why so many businesses nationwide trust our backup services to keep their brand in compliance and operational.

Protection from Data Loss Across Cloud Apps

A staggering 94% of companies use cloud services like Office 365. Cloud-to-cloud backup ensures data in these apps and environments is fully protected and recoverable if something goes wrong.

Regulatory Compliance

Many industries have strict data privacy rules dictating retention policies. Cloud-to-cloud backup enables companies to maintain historical records and metadata to demonstrate compliance and avoid legal risk.

Unlimited, Scalable Storage Capacity

We provide virtually unlimited storage capacity that automatically scales to meet data growth. When you work with Springfield I.T. Department for backup, you never have to worry about running out of space for your mountains of data.

Easy Data Recovery

If data is deleted, corrupted, or lost, administrators can browse the cloud backup repository and restore individual files/folders or perform a full recovery with just a few clicks.

Automated Backup Schedules

Backups can be automated according to customized schedules, ensuring consistent data protection without disrupting operations or user workflows.

The Dangers of Not Having Cloud Backup

For organizations embracing the cloud, not having a robust cloud-to-cloud backup strategy in place is extremely risky for several reasons.

Data Loss/Corruption

Without backup services and copies in place, any data that is deleted, corrupted, or lost is simply gone forever from the production cloud. This could mean losing essential business records, customer data, financial information, intellectual property, and more instantly.

Malware/Ransomware Attacks

Ransomware and other malicious malware that manage to infect a production cloud environment could quickly spread to encrypt or corrupt data across the entire cloud storage instance. Having backup copies immune to the attack can enable recovery and help your problem from becoming a public issue.

Compliance Violations

Depending on the industry, not retaining and protecting data according to established rules and regulations could lead to compliance penalties, fines, legal issues, and reputational damage for businesses.

Extended Downtime

When data is compromised or lost without backups, companies may face extensive periods of downtime and business disruption as they scramble to rebuild data and information.

How Springfield I.T. Department Can Help with Cloud-to-Cloud Backup

Springfield I.T. Department is a nationwide managed IT provider based in Springfield, TX, specializing in delivering robust, enterprise-grade cloud solutions and support to businesses. Our team of experts partners with industry-leading cloud backup vendors like Microsoft and HP to implement customized cloud-to-cloud backup systems for clients.

With Springfield I.T. Department on your side, you gain the following backup perks:

• Unlimited cloud backup storage capacity to protect all your business data

• Fully customizable scheduling to automate backups according to your needs

• Long-term retention of backed-up emails, files, contacts and more 

• Rapid data recovery capabilities to quickly restore information when needed

• Mobile application access to backed-up data from anywhere

• Centralized administrative console to easily manage backup/recovery

Work in the Cloud Safely With Springfield I.T. Department

No matter your industry, size, or geographic location, Springfield I.T. Department provides the backup and recovery services your business needs to safeguard data while taking full advantage of the cloud.

With 24/7 monitoring and support from our team, you can have peace of mind knowing your vital information in the cloud is always protected and recoverable. Contact us today to learn more about implementing cloud-to-cloud backup for your organization.

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Although I’m sure you’ve heard about the Cloud, do you know how much it costs and what it can do?

Trust me on this – once you’ve experienced the Cloud, you’ll never want to go back. And here’s the good news… it is priced to fit into anyone’s budget, including unlimited cloud storage, but it’s on a per user basis. So if you have 10 users, you’ll only be billed for 10 users. If you add one more, the bill increases by one user, etc… But what if you need to add a new server? Don’t worry—no charge. Believe me, this is one of those IT investments that is well worth it.

Here are just some of the perks:

• You’ll never have to deal with another telecom bill
• It covers all the servers you need in the cloud whether it’s 1 or 20, the price stays the same
• It includes 24×7 support
• New sleek device to connect to the cloud
• Unlimited Cloud Storage (this is HUGE!) your data can grow and grow with no extra fees
• And there is so much more…

If you’re interested in learning more, please give me a call or shoot me an email. I’d be more than happy to show you a real life demo so you can better understand what our Complete Cloud can do—you’ll get it once you see it live… It’s pretty sweet!

Be sure to contact me, Jeff Wheeler, 972-331-3311, jwheeler@intelinetsystems.com.

If you have been looking for a company that can assist you with moving to the cloud, look no further. Springfield I.T. Department offers on premises and off premises solutions to Cloud migrations in Springfield. We work with your team to assure all data is successfully moved to your new solution.

Providing Solutions for Real Results,

Jeff Wheeler
Managing Partner, VCIO

At Springfield I.T. Department our mission is to exceed your technology needs and expectations with our proven solutions, knowledgeable support staff, industry leading consulting and sales services, and skilled technical experts.

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At this point, I have no doubt that you have heard all of the horror stories about what will happen if you don’t upgrade your Windows 2003 Servers. Does anybody really know what could happen if you remain on 2003? The question you should be asking is: Do you really want to take that chance with your business? For most companies still running on 2003, it boils down to three main reasons: budget, time, or lack of concern. At Springfield I.T. Department, we have several upgrade options for moving away from Windows Server 2003 and Small Business Server 2003 that include creative, on-premise solutions, as well as our Smart Cloud solutions.

We have designed a Cloud replacement for 2003 Server(s) for the small business customer. This provides users the ability to log into the Cloud server(s) from anywhere and on any device. We make the transition easy with migration services for your data, email, and applications to our secure Cloud. User productivity increases with the ability to run a Remote Desktop Session on your existing PC with multiple monitors, or log into our web-based client from any device that runs a browser. Both client software programs offer the same Windows Desktop experience that users have come to know so well. Managed Wise Smart Cloud for Small Business removes the headache of local servers and frees you and your environment from all the associated cost.

The Managed Wise Smart Cloud starts with a clean and error-free Active Directory structure, a Remote Desktop Server, an Exchange Server, and an Application Server to effectively run accounting packages or other business applications. And, our Cloud solutions can easily expand as your needs demand!

Are you ready to move to the cloud? Let us drive you there.

For those of you that still have questions about what the cloud is all about, just give us a call and let us demonstrate the solution to you. Let Intelinet assist you in taking that step away from 2003 and into a highly productive cloud environment. Springfield I.T. Department is located in Richardson, Missouri and has been providing IT services and solutions since 1982.

Providing Solutions for Real Results,

Winning over customers the old fashioned way….Great Customer Service!
At Springfield I.T. Department our mission is to exceed your technology needs and expectations with our proven solutions, knowledgeable support staff, industry leading consulting and sales services, and skilled technical experts.

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On July 7th, 2015, Jeff Wheeler will be joining the firm as a Managing Partner, vCIO. Jeff has been in the IT services field for a number of years. Jeff brings to the table years of sales, business processes, management and marketing skills. Jeff has also owned a website designing firm for the last 10 years. Jeff and David Craig, current Managing Partners, vCIO will be rebooting Springfield I.T. Department by injecting capital into the business and gearing up to hire 10+ employees by year’s end. This is an exciting time in the Information Technology world and with Intelinet’s amazing staff, we are 100% focused on customer service. We are lowering SLA’s (service level agreement times) to respond to customers in one of the fastest times in the DFW area. Our help desk is just a phone call away!

On June 1st, Springfield I.T. Department relocated its Corporate Offices and Technical Center to the Collins Commerce Center just off of Central Expressway in Richardson, Missouri. The building provides a sleek, contemporary design and is surrounded by live oaks. Nice! On top of the relocation, Intelinet is shifting the business model where eligible employees can work from home. With our cloud based infrastructure and sophisticated Cisco phone system, we are helping our dedicated employees with a work/life balance.

The new vision at Springfield I.T. Department is exciting and we look forward to providing an enhanced work experience and the best level of customer services possible.

New Building, New Partner, New Focus.

Providing Solutions for Real Results,

At Springfield I.T. Department our mission is to exceed your technology needs and expectations with our proven solutions, knowledgeable support staff, industry leading consulting and sales services, and skilled technical experts.

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Big news and big moves. If you fail (or postpone) migrating to a new system, you are putting your business at risk!

Could your company use something like Windows Server 2012 R2? This new system brings Microsoft’s reliable experience—delivering global scale cloud services into your infrastructure with new features and enhancements in virtualization, management, storage, networking, virtual desktop infrastructure, access and information protection, the web and application platform, and more. Or maybe your organization will benefit more from Microsoft Azure and its open and flexible cloud platform that enables you to quickly build, deploy and manage applications and services.

Securing your business with a new operating system will bring both peace of mind and better efficiency into the workplace. Now is the time to make a move and Intelinet’s top-rated IT staff and first class customer service team are ready to support you. Call 417-942-5636 today.

Providing Solutions for Real Results,

At Springfield I.T. Department our mission is to exceed your technology needs and expectations with our proven solutions, knowledgeable support staff, industry leading consulting and sales services, and skilled technical experts.

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In other words, will the private cloud we’ve created inside our company work seamlessly with the public cloud like Amazon’s AWS, Microsoft’s Azure, and Google’s Cloud Platform?

By seamlessly, I mean will the hybrid cloud provide the same amount of security, reliability, and portability?

Because when you’re connecting a private cloud to the public, you have to make sure the connection is secure and the data and applications are all in sync and if we need to use another cloud provider, we need to easily switch over.

Cisco Unveils Intercloud at Cisco Live Milan (January 27-31, 2014)

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Here’s how Intercloud works:

Cisco claims this would be perfect to extend your company’s capabilities, whether its expanding your data center, increasing computing power, the public cloud basically becomes your cloud.

The key here is Intercloud supposedly will allow you to have the same level of security, meaning the same security policies can be enforced.

And to top it all off, you’ll have a choice* of providers. Initially I believe only AWS and Azure is supported, but I hope this list continues to grow.

My concern is if it’s difficult or too costly for public cloud providers to implement Intercloud, it may not take off.

In reality, most enterprises develop a private cloud environment and then search for a public cloud provider that will best connect the two clouds^1.

If this all works as promised, it’s a big milestone.

In any case, Cisco deserves kudos for driving this.

I’m really excited for Intercloud. Essentially, it’s like having “virtual” clouds. You’ll be able to connect to any cloud instance when you need it.

How do you feel about Intercloud?

Industry Perspectives on Cisco InterCloud

• Get to your hybrid cloud in 2014
  Krishna Subramanian, vice president, Product Marketing, Cloud Platforms, Citrix
• Cisco InterCloud and CSC/ServiceMesh Agility Platform: Collaboration Great News for Cloud-Empowered Enterprises
  Eric Pulier, vice president and general manager, Cloud, CSC/ServiceMesh
• An exciting day in Cloudland!
  Bill Barry, chief architect, Denali
• Enter Cisco’s InterCloud, Where Cisco Partnering with EMC Provides Choice
  Brent Sloan, technical partner lead, EMC
• A Flexible, Open, & Secure Cloud: How Microsoft and Cisco are Empowering the IT Industry
  Brad Anderson, corporate vice president, Windows Server and System Center, Microsoft
• Open, secure hybrid clouds within reach with NetApp and Cisco InterCloud
  Phil Brotherton, vice president, Cloud Solutions Group, NetApp
• Open, Hybrid, Interoperable: The Cloud’s Future
  John Igoe, vice president, Technology, Rackspace
• Together, Towards The Open Hybrid Cloud
  Bryan Che, general manager, Cloud Business Unit, Red Hat
• Bridging the Cloud with Vblock Systems and Cisco InterCloud
  Trey Layton, chief technology officer, VCE
• It’s a Hybrid World
  Stacy Hayes, vice president, Strategic Alliances & Channels, Virtustream
• True Hybrid Cloud – Is It Finally Here?
  Gil Levonai, vice president, Marketing and Products, Zerto

Additional Resources

• Blog: Cisco Announces Open and Secure Hybrid Cloud with the Collaboration of Cloud Providers and Technology Partners
  Fabio Gori, director, Cloud Marketing, Cisco
• Blog: IT’s New Role in Strategic Cloud Services
  Scott Clark, vice president, Data Center and Cloud Services, Cisco
• Blog: Introducing Cisco Intelligent Automation for Cloud 4.0

Imagine a new IT: A Bold Next Step for the World of Many Clouds

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1. http://searchcloudcomputing.techtarget.com/tip/Fundamentals-of-the-hybrid-cloud-computing-model

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