What is BaaS? (And why your business might need it?)

Backup as a Service (BaaS) is a cloud-based data backup and recovery solution that allows businesses to outsource their data protection to a third-party provider. Instead of managing their own backup infrastructure, organizations subscribe to a BaaS provider that handles the storage, security, and management of backups. This model simplifies data protection, reduces costs, and improves business continuity.

 

At Open Cloud, we provide automated, secure cloud-based backups that ensure your critical data is always recoverable when you need it. We follow the 3-2-1-1-0 Golden Backup Rule to guarantee comprehensive protection.

 

The 3-2-1-1-0 Golden Backup Rule

 

3: Maintain at least three copies of your data

• One primary copy plus two additional backups
• The probability of simultaneous failure across three separate copies is significantly lower than with just two copies

2: Store backups on two different media types

• One copy on internal hard disk drives
• Another copy on different storage media (tapes, external drives, cloud storage)
• This protects against media-specific failures

1: Store at least one copy at an off-site location

• Keep at least one backup copy away from your primary business location
• Protects against local disasters like fires, floods, or theft

1: Store at least one copy offline

• Maintain an air-gapped backup that's disconnected from your network
• Protects against cyberattacks that could compromise online systems

0: Ensure zero errors in verified backups

• Daily monitoring of all backup processes to identify and resolve issues immediately
• Regular restore testing to verify data integrity and recovery procedures
• Proactive validation ensures your backups will work when you need them most

 

Ready to get started? Contact Open Cloud today and discover how BaaS can transform your data protection strategy.