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3 Reasons the Co-Managed IT Model Might Be the Perfect Fit

Focusing on investing in IT can provide a better outcome in the long run, as it helps in avoiding issues and maintaining high performance. So it is always recommended to opt for quality service rather than compromising on the budget.

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Your Cloud Data Isn’t Backed Up (Unless You’ve Done This)

Your Cloud Data Isn’t Backed Up (Unless You’ve Done This)

If you're using Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or another cloud platform, you might assume your data is backed up. After all, it’s “in the cloud,” right? Not so fast.

The Myth of Built-In Backups

Cloud platforms like Microsoft and Google offer high availability—not full backup and recovery. That means they’ll keep your services running, but:

  • Accidentally delete a file? You might have 30 days to get it back.

  • Get hit with ransomware? Cloud syncing might just spread the damage.

  • Need an old email from six months ago? It could be gone for good.

This is called the Shared Responsibility Model. The cloud provider protects the infrastructure—you’re responsible for protecting your data.

 

What Could Go Wrong Without Cloud Backups?

Without a true backup solution, your business is exposed to serious risks:

  • Accidental deletions that aren’t caught in time

  • Malicious insider actions, like deleted user accounts or files

  • Ransomware infections that encrypt synced data

  • Cloud service outages or misconfigurations that erase information

  • Non-compliance with legal or regulatory data retention requirements

Many SMBs don’t realize these risks until it’s too late.

 

The Cloud Backup Checklist for SMBs.

If your business runs on Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, your backup strategy should offer:

  • Automated, daily backups of emails, calendars, files, and shared drives

  • Granular restore options—recover one file, not just full accounts

  • Custom retention policies to meet industry compliance needs

  • Versioning and ransomware recovery tools

How Sixwatch Can Help

Sixwatch delivers cloud backup solutions designed specifically for small and medium businesses. We make sure your backups are done right—so if disaster strikes, you're not starting from scratch.

Don’t assume your cloud provider has it covered. Protect your business with reliable, secure backups. Contact Sixwatch today to set up cloud backup protection that gives you confidence—and control.

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