Questions for your current provider

Overwhelmed with different data backup options? Trying to figure it all out? Questions that you NEED to ask your current supplier or when researching the market please use the below as a guide in choosing your online backup provider. 

1.Is your current online backup provider registered with the Irish Data Protection Commissioners?

2.Do they have a guarantee for my data?

3.Is the data stored in Ireland? If so, where?

4.Do they replicate this data? If so, where?

5.Do they monitor and manage backups daily or do I have to do it all myself via automated email?

6.How long will it take to restore data? Single file and entire restore.

7.Do they offer 24/7 support?

8.Do they allow for organic data growth within their packages?

9.Are they ISO 27001 Certified?

Please be aware that not all data backup providers offer the same services. You need to aware of this to make your decision.