Data backup creates a copy of data or systems and preferably stores it at an offsite location, allowing it to be utilized for the restoration of data in the event the master data is corrupted or lost.

Data loss can be caused by human error, technical issues, or a disaster that is natural or manmade. It is possible to easily restore an entire computer system with a proper recovery plan.

The following will discuss the top reasons why data backup is very important.

1) Prevention of Data Loss

Arguably the main reason why businesses back up data is the prevention of data loss.  Technical errors and system-wide failures are commonplace occurrences. Almost seven out of 10 businesses have reported the loss of data because of accidental deletion or a failure of either software or hardware.

2) Stay Competitive

If a data disaster occurred, a company must restore its online systems and operations as rapidly as possible. Numerous organizations that have failed to back up their data allowed their competition to snatch away customers and revenue while they were suffering extended downtimes.

3) Minimize Downtime

As discussed above, extended downtime of the IT system will have negative consequences for a business. More than four out of 10 organizations have suffered a data loss that caused downtime. Technical problems involving data need to be fixed very quickly and implementing an effective data backup and disaster recovery plan is the key to minimizing downtime.

4) Disaster Recovery Planning

In order for a company to have an effective disaster recovery plan, it will need certain policies, solutions, and procedures to protect its data and ensure business continuity. A crucial component of every disaster recovery plan, data backup lets a business swiftly restore its IT operations and minimize disruption.

Part 2 will discuss six more reasons why data backup is very important.

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