In a world where data is at the heart of all activities, the loss of information can be dramatic for any organization, whatever its size. And yet, at i4M IT Services, we still find all too often that backup is neglected or poorly managed, when it should be an absolute priority.

Good practice

To effectively protect your data, here are a few tips that we apply on a daily basis at i4M and that we recommend to all our customers:

• Multiply backups: don’t be satisfied with just one copy. Go for a “3-2-1” strategy: 3 copies of your data, on 2 different media, including 1 off-site (cloud or secure external disk).

• Automate processes: manual backups are a thing of the past. Opt for automated, programmed and monitored solutions.

• Test restoration: a backup that doesn’t restore itself is useless. Perform regular restore tests to ensure that your files are recoverable and intact.

• Protect the cloud too: many people think of their local servers, but forget to back up their cloud environments (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace…). However, mishandling or hacking can also lead to data loss on these platforms.

• Train your teams: raising your staff’s awareness of best practices and the risks associated with IT security is a guarantee of resilience.

A little tip: plan a “backup day” every quarter, when the whole team checks together that everything is working, that restores are possible and that everyone knows the procedure to follow in the event of an incident.

Risks underestimated… until it ‘ s too late

A story from a Geneva SME
A few months ago, a local SME contacted us in a hurry: following a ransomware incident, all their work files were blocked. Their last backup was several months old… Result: lost working days, delayed invoicing and a lot of stress. Fortunately, we were able to recover some of the data, but the experience taught them a lesson: since then, they have adopted an automated, outsourced backup solution, tested on a monthly basis. Today, they sleep much more peacefully!

Personalised support

At i4M, our mission goes beyond simply installing technical solutions. We analyze your needs, implement backup strategies tailored to your business, and continuously monitor the security and availability of your data. Our team is always on hand to advise you, intervene rapidly in the event of an incident, and enable you to work with peace of mind, in complete confidence.

For freelancers and small businesses in Geneva, we offer

full IT support including backup and security management
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We believe that IT security is above all a question of trust and people: every company is unique, every risk is different, and every solution needs to be customized.

Conclusion

Don’t leave your company’s future to chance. Investing in a robust backup policy means guaranteeing business continuity and protecting what you’ve built. Don’t wait for the next incident to happen!

If you’d like to take stock of your backup strategy, update your tools or simply ask a question,

contact our
team ! We look forward to hearing from you.

i4M Services Informatiques Sàrl

– Your security and peace-of-mind partner in Geneva.

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