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Getting Started with Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365: A Comprehensive Introduction
LAKSHMI M.S
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VeeamⓇ Software, the #1 leader by market share in Data Resilience,, delivers the most comprehensive and flexible immutability for Microsoft 365 data with Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365.

For more than 21 million Microsoft 365 users, Veeam simplifies data backup and restoration to ensure their businesses continue running smoothly, no matter what happens. It supports with Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft SharePoint, and Microsoft Exchange. Integrating the Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 into your business facilitates faster recovery from data disruption.

Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 user, Patrick Gebhard, System Engineer Data Center and Team Lead Network at FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland shared, “We have been counting on and trusting Veeam for years. One of the main reasons for this is that Veeam is continuously evolving and leads in the market when it comes to new features. With the backup immutability delivered in Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 v8, we see further evidence of Veeam's dedication to enhancing security layers across Microsoft 365 data protection.”

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What Are the Features of Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365?

Veeam Backup offers three different deployment options for backing up your data, including backup service, backup software, and managed services. Veeam manages the backup service infrastructure, including storage, and the backups you create are completely restored through a web UI while leveraging security technology to protect your data.

You can connect the Veeam backup software to your backup infrastructure and cloud or on-premises software. The software supports backup locations like IBM Cloud, Azure Blob, and Amazon S3. This allows you to perform granular email, site, and folder recovery.

With Veeam’s recently introduced Proxy Tools, backup processing speed is boosted by distributing traffic across multiple proxies. Now, companies can have better backup performance and scale up large environments efficiently.

Additional features include the ability for organizations to use Linux-based backup proxies, providing more choices and a lower total cost of ownership, and support for private and shared Microsoft Teams channels.

Veeam will also integrate Microsoft Copilot and leverage other AI technologies to enhance backup and restoration capabilities. By using large language models, AI technology will automate data analysis, providing customers with a clear view of their current environment regarding these capabilities.

Why Should You Back Up Your Microsoft 365 Data?

Your data in the cloud faces the same risks as those faced by on-premises data, necessitating the need to back up your Microsoft 365 data. Data backup is one way of safeguarding important information. Here are the reasons why you need a Microsoft 365 backup:

Accidental Deletion Risks

When working with Microsoft 365, you may accidentally delete important data. Modifying or deleting important business data can cause confusion and record distortion. A backup solution ensures you recover lost data immediately when needed.

Retention Policies

It may be difficult to understand and implement Microsoft's retention policies fully. Consequently, you risk losing your data at the expiry of the retention period.

Security Threats

A company may experience internal issues where employees delete essential data. In such a situation, a backup solution permits you to recover the data after settling company issues. External threats like ransomware and malware can damage our company's data and reputation. Backing up data regularly ensures the availability of an uninfected copy of your data.

Benefits of Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365

Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 is an effective and cost-efficient traditional backup alternative. Here are its advantages:

Data Protection

Setting up and maintaining an effective, self-managed backup solution involves intense manual labor and expertise. The process involves constant monitoring, configuration upkeep, and software updates. Your IT team might be overwhelmed with the security measures, management, and maintenance of these systems. Often, these systems require continual optimization, patches, checks, and updates. The Veeam Microsoft 365 backup service integrates with your Microsoft 365 environment to automate data protection tasks. Regular updates and backup automation limit human error, and experts manage scalability complexities.

Quick and Easy Setup

A dedicated Microsoft 365 backup service follows a quick setup process, allowing for rapid deployment. Experts guide you in setting up the service through a single, intuitive interface. Users log into their accounts and link the backup service to the Microsoft 365 environment.

Saves Time and Money

Traditional storage systems and on-premises servers demand heavy technical responsibility. IT departments are responsible for software licenses, hardware, and ongoing maintenance. Managing these systems consumes a lot of time and resources to keep everything running smoothly. With a cloud-based backup service, the vendor handles maintenance and upkeep of your Microsoft 365 environment. This frees up time for the IT team, allowing them to focus on more big-picture tasks. It also reduces the resources used in maintaining complex backup infrastructures. A backup service provider charges you only for what you use, based on a manageable subscription-based model.

What is Unique about Veeam's Backup Services?

Veeam tailors its Microsoft 355 backup solution to provide comprehensive protection. This ensures that your Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, and Exchange Online data remains protected and accessible. Veeam offers flexibility to meet recovery point objectives regardless of the data loss scenario. The platform also provides sufficient storage infrastructure to meet your organization's storage target.

Conclusion

Backing up your Microsoft 365 data is a smart investment for your business. It allows you to avoid data loss vulnerabilities that may be harmful to your business. With the Veeam Microsoft 365 backup solution, you can access data security and recovery, as well as the freedom you need.

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(Published 19 September 2024, 17:36 IST)