SMBs Need More than Just Backup

Protecting data is a top priority for any business owner. Data loss can be crippling to productivity and reputation, plus most industries mandate very specific record retention and access regulations. But choosing the right solution is no easy task.

As a small and mid-sized business (SMB) owner, you face several challenges and limitations when seeking out a solution that meets your recovery, uptime and retention needs. These include:

• Limited funds
• Limited IT resources
• Limited/inadequate solution options designed for SMBs

With these challenges in mind, this paper identifies and explores the top 5 evaluation criteria SMBs should carefully consider when determining the best solution for their data protection and business continuity requirements. SMB end-users should feel confident in implementing a solution that they find meets all of these criteria.