Why Secure Cloud Storage is an Essential Business Service
As information shapes every aspect of modern business, data is being called the new gold. At Soteria we wholeheartedly agree with this assessment and would add that gold needs to be protected at all costs.
Cloud storage has become the industry standard for data protection, giving companies a line of defence against hackers and data loss, with sensitive files backed up and encrypted in the cloud.
Let’s take a look at some of the ways secure cloud storage is essential for your business.
Enhanced Data Security
The fundamental value of any cybersecurity solution is simple: it helps to keep your valuable business files out of the wrong hands, even in the event of a cyberattack.
A quick glance at any news site will reveal that South Africa is in the midst of a cybercrime storm with an estimated R2.2 billion in annual losses expected going forward.
Like other countries on the African continent and our peers in the developed world, our businesses are fighting a daily battle against criminals who are constantly innovating in their quest to steal data and hold it for ransom.
Several publicised cybersecurity incidents over the past few months, including the recent Adidas data breach and similar incidents at Absa, Experian, and the SABS have been making headlines this year.
These incidents demonstrate that even large organisations with cybersecurity budgets to match can be caught unawares by attackers. The good news for business owners is that many of the attacks that make headlines could have been prevented if every single box on the company’s cybersecurity readiness plan had been ticked.
Secure cloud storage allows companies of any size to obtain high-quality protection for their data.
At Soteria, we take that a step further by partnering with Acronis to offer our clients game-changing protection with a range of cutting-edge cyber defence solutions.
Beyond Backup
Modern cloud backup solutions offer more than just a place to store files. They provide automated, continuous backups with advanced encryption and version control, so you’re always protected: even when your team forgets to hit “save.”
- Because these systems are designed to be scalable, you can easily adjust your storage as your business grows, without the need for costly infrastructure.
- Secure cloud backup plays a central role in any disaster recovery plan. Whether you’re dealing with a ransomware attack, accidental deletion, or a major outage, having encrypted, offsite copies of your data ensures quick restoration and minimal downtime.
These features of secure backup can help keep your business up and running in the wake of a major data breach or cyberattack. This is a major efficiency boost and could prevent excessive reputational damage in the event of a data loss incident.
Stress-free Compliance
With South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) now fully in effect, businesses are required to take appropriate steps to protect the personal data of customers, employees, and stakeholders.
Cloud backup services support POPIA compliance by offering secure, traceable storage and fast recovery capabilities. This is something that’s not only practical but essential in the case of an incident.
Safeguard Your Data with Soteria
Data loss doesn’t announce itself until it’s too late. Whether it’s a targeted cyberattack or a power failure, the financial consequences of compromised files can be huge.
To prevent a similar outcome in your business, we’d love to guide you to the perfect secure backup solution to suit your needs precisely.
Our natively integrated cyber protection package is the ideal peace of mind and cyber readiness booster for businesses of all sizes.