Information backup

Backup copies of information, software and systems should be maintained and regularly tested in accordance with the agreed topic-specific policy on backup.

Purpose

To protect against loss of data and ensure business continuity.

Implementation Guidance

Implement automated backup procedures

Define backup frequency based on criticality

Store backups securely and off-site

Test backup restoration regularly

Document backup and recovery procedures

Recommended Tools

AWS Backup

Centralized backup service for AWS resources. Simple way to ensure data protection.

Backblaze B2

Affordable cloud storage for backups. Cheaper than S3 for backup use cases.

Veeam

Data backup and disaster recovery solution for virtual, physical, and cloud environments. Ensures business continuity and data protection.

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