After a routine software update from CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, the “Blue Screen of Death” took over 8.5 million Windows devices. In July 2024, CrowdStrike released an update with a bug which affected computers using Microsoft Windows operating system. The shockwaves of this error are continuing to be felt across organizations, large and small.
More than 3,500 Delta and Delta Connection flights were canceled through Saturday following the outage. This was due to applications that rely on Microsoft Windows failing.
This not only caused frustration for passengers but also had severe financial implications for the airline. From rerouting crew members, canceling flights and rebooking thousands of customers, the CrowdStrike incident caused major disruptions.
According to CNN, insurers estimate that Fortune 500 companies alone have incurred direct losses exceeding $5 billion due to this incident. This has been described as the largest IT outage in history. So ask yourself, is your company prepared for the next IT outage?
From your company’s email accounts, to documents, applications and data storage, your digital assets play a big role in day to day operations. Business continuity solutions like Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) help you maintain operations even when faced with disruptions. Premcom DRaaS offers solutions by providing a comprehensive disaster recovery plan that ensures business continuity in the face of these unexpected events.
Having a tested disaster recovery plan in place helps reduce these risks and get your business back up and running or, in some cases, flying.
Stay Resilient with Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)
Ever worried about a sudden crisis throwing a wrench in your business plans? DRaaS is here to be your safety net. Here are some examples of how DRaaS empowers your business to stay resilient:
Retail Company Ensures Business Continuity
Secure cloud-based backup services have become increasingly popular due to their scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. For example, a retail company wanted to protect their critical business applications and data from natural disasters and system failures. By using a cloud backup service, they were able to:
Recover from natural disasters: When a hurricane damaged the company's on-premises data center, they were able to quickly restore their systems and data from the cloud backup.
Minimize downtime: The rapid recovery process ensured that the e-commerce website remained operational, minimizing revenue loss.
Scale their backup solution: As the company grew, and so did their data volume, they were able to easily scale their cloud backup solution to accommodate their needs.
DRaaS creates secure, encrypted copies of your critical data within the cloud. Cloud-based disaster recovery safeguards your data in a remote location, so when the hurricane hits your data is safely tucked away.
Likewise, during the Crowd strike outage, businesses with DRaaS in place could have seamlessly transitioned to their cloud-based backup systems, minimizing downtime and preventing customer service issues.
Construction Company Improves Disaster Recovery
Disaster recovery planning and execution can be a complex and time-consuming process. DRaaS streamlines this process by automating backups, replication, and failover procedures. Picture this, a construction company has a traditional disaster recovery plan, which was time-consuming and expensive to maintain. By partnering with PremCom for DRaaS, they are able to:
Automate disaster recovery: PremCom's DRaaS solution automates the backup, replication, and failover processes, reducing the workload on the company's IT team.
Improve recovery time objectives: The company can significantly reduce their recovery time objectives (RTO), so they can quickly resume operations in the event of a disaster.
Reduce costs: DRaaS eliminates the need for a secondary data center, resulting in significant cost savings.
DRaaS continuously replicates your data and IT systems to a remote location. This real-time mirroring process minimizes the potential for data loss and guarantees a seamless transition in the event of an outage. Because of the use of automation, your IT staff is free to focus on other critical tasks.
Rapid Recovery & Scalability for Customers
DRaaS empowers you to swiftly restore your systems and data within the cloud environment. This means getting business to get back on its feet quicker. For example, a healthcare provider faced a ransomware attack that encrypted their critical patient data. Using DRaaS, the provider was able to quickly restore their systems and data from a recent backup, minimizing downtime and preventing significant disruptions to patient care. The scalability of the DRaaS solution allowed them to easily adjust their resources to meet the increased demand during the recovery process.
With DRaaS, you can grow your business with confidence. These scalable disaster recovery solutions adjust to your needs, providing the perfect amount of protection as your business evolves.
Operational Cost Savings
Safeguarding your data shouldn't break the bank. Cost-effective data recovery solutions like DRaaS offer affordable protection for your valuable information.
DRaaS Costs
Initial setup fees can vary based on the complexity of your IT infrastructure. These fees cover tasks like data migration, configuration and testing. Following setup, the monthly subscription fees for DRaaS service are based on the amount of data being protected. Other factors include the desired recovery point objective (RPO) and the recovery time objective (RTO).
With DRaaS, you only pay for the storage space and resources you actually use. This flexibility is a stark contrast to traditional methods, where you may be required to invest in a large backup system that remains underutilized most of the time. With DRaaS, your costs scale alongside your business needs, ensuring optimal value.
Safeguarding your data shouldn't break the bank. Cost-effective data recovery solutions like DRaaS offer affordable protection for your valuable information.
Traditional Disaster Recovery Costs
Traditional disaster recovery includes significant upfront investments in hardware, software and infrastructure. With a traditional set up, it’s necessary to have a secondary data center, servers, storage systems and backup software. Ongoing operational costs include maintenance, power, cooling, staffing, and ongoing software licensing. In addition, regular testing of disaster recovery plans and training staff can be time-consuming and expensive.
One of the most impactful ways DRaaS saves money is by minimizing downtime. Every minute your business is offline translates to lost revenue and productivity. Imagine a retail store experiencing a power outage during peak season. Traditional recovery methods could take hours, leading to lost sales and frustrated customers. DRaaS, on the other hand, could have them back up and running in a fraction of the time, significantly reducing the financial impact of the outage.
Data Integrity and Compliance
The benefits of DRaaS extend far beyond just cost savings. In today's data-driven world, maintaining the integrity and compliance of your data is paramount. DRaaS ensures your data remains secure and unaltered, helping you meet strict compliance requirements.
Reduced Risk of Regulatory Fines: Many industries have strict regulations regarding data security and record keeping. DRaaS helps you meet these requirements by ensuring a complete and auditable record of your data, minimizing the risk of hefty fines for non-compliance.
Enhanced Brand Reputation: A data breach can be devastating to a company's reputation. DRaaS safeguards your data from unauthorized access, protecting your brand image and fostering trust with your customers.
Improved Decision-Making: Accurate and reliable data is essential for informed decision-making. DRaaS ensures the integrity of your data, giving you confidence in the information you use to drive your business strategy.
Keep Your Data. No Matter the Weather
With PremCom as your Data Center Solutions provider, DRaaS goes beyond just data protection. By minimizing downtime, eliminating costly infrastructure, and offering flexible pricing models, DRaaS empowers you to focus on growth and innovation, all while keeping your data safe and secure.
Don't let the next unexpected event disrupt your business.
Is your organization prepared to weather the storm? Contact PremCom today to evaluate your disaster recovery needs and explore how DRaaS can protect your operations and ensure business continuity. Our experts will help you develop a tailored DRaaS solution that aligns with your specific requirements and budget.
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