Compliance and Disaster Recovery News
Online data costs companies big bucks
There's a lot at stake for businesses when it comes to safeguarding their data assets.
5/16/2012 / Read more
Data dissolving in the cloud
Businesses rely on data management to keep their vital records protected yet still easily accessible in the event they're needed on short notice.
5/15/2012 / Read more
Taking preventative measures before disaster strikes
Some businesses need to consider what should happen if a physical disaster were to occur.
5/10/2012 / Read more
Security weakness could prove fatal for some businesses
A major software firm is struggling to pick up the pieces after an overzealous analyst accidentally leaked a major security hole in the software's database security, which could cause major business continuity problems for its clients.
5/8/2012 / Read more
Data and security threats make tape an appealing option
These days attacks on data can come from a multitude of sources and having solid tape management solutions keeps that information safe from a business continuity crisis.
4/27/2012 / Read more
HIPAA security breaches often from portable data
A recent study of patient data found that security breaches and portability of data were making it harder to maintain security practices, partially due to a lack of compliance.
4/17/2012 / Read more
Research shows data loss concerns troubling financial sector
Approximately two-thirds of those surveyed expressed some doubt as to whether their IT teams could execute necessary data recovery tasks in the event of a disaster.
4/13/2012 / Read more
Security teams emphasize role of data backup
Companies are starting to realize that backup procedures are more than just good policy - they're an instrumental component of their security stance.
4/12/2012 / Read more
Focusing on strategy over technology in disaster recovery
Choosing the right technology is a crucial to the success of any corporate media management strategy, but making the correct selection comes down to a clear understanding of goals and responsibilities.
4/6/2012 / Read more
Static data compliance can be costly, experts say
While some companies are satisfied to merely go down the checklist and prove that they can meet the designated standard, experts insist that compliance is a moving target and must be treated as such.
4/4/2012 / Read more
Report shows disconnect between data compliance priorities, actions
While there is a growing awareness of the associated dangers, most companies still have room for improvement when it comes to enacting a concrete plan to manage risks.
3/27/2012 / Read more
Data backup growing in importance, complexity
As strategic decision makers and regulatory auditors place a premium on corporate data, backup procedures are expanding in importance and complexity.
3/26/2012 / Read more
Integration, testing key to effective disaster recovery plans
Although no one strategy will apply to every organization, it remains clear that successful disaster recovery preparedness is the product of effective collaboration.
3/23/2012 / Read more
Revisiting media management strategies for World Backup Day
With World Backup Day fast approaching, it may be wise for businesses to take advantage of the occasion and reassess the current state of their compliance and disaster recovery stances.
3/21/2012 / Read more
Removable media continues to threaten media management goals
For companies insistent on keeping these tools in their media management strategy, it is essential to understand the associated risks and respond with appropriate policies and actions.
3/1/2012 / Read more
Data backup and recovery strategies disrupted by big data
The pace of technological innovation can quickly turn sound practices into obsolete protocols, and such is the case with data backup and recovery in light of big data's emergence.
2/27/2012 / Read more
Disaster recovery tops health IT concerns
Out of concern for both security and compliance, it appears as though disaster recovery solutions will be the top investment priority among health IT leaders in the coming months.
2/13/2012 / Read more
Effective disaster recovery, data backup still eluding SMBs
Small and medium-sized businesses have been placing increased emphasis on disaster recovery preparedness in recent months, according to a new report from Acronis, but a number of barriers continue to stand in their way.
2/6/2012 / Read more
Companies urged to ready their data breach response strategies
Organizations such as the Better Business Bureau are encouraging all companies to revise their media management strategies to incorporate explicit data breach prevention and resolution protocols.
2/3/2012 / Read more
Merging eDiscovery and disaster recovery strategies for mutual benefit
To reduce anxiety and improve performance, technology teams may be wise to identify complementary objectives like disaster recovery and eDiscovery that can be managed with a singular approach.
1/31/2012 / Read more
Controlling costs with disaster recovery
When framed in the proper light, it is plain to see that effective disaster recovery protocols can help reduce the damage, and costs, of unexpected incidents.
1/25/2012 / Read more
Rethinking disaster recovery plans
Instead of rushing off to purchase and deploy the next best thing in disaster recovery technology, it may be wiser to address the matter at a more conceptual level.
1/19/2012 / Read more
Third-party disaster recovery offers risks, rewards
The trust being placed in IT service contractors could be dangerous if potential vulnerabilities are not addressed.
1/10/2012 / Read more
Businesses shy away from cloud storage
Although cloud computing hype has been circulating throughout the data storage community for several years now, a number of companies are resolute in their stance that the emerging platform is not the best option for their needs.
1/9/2012 / Read more
Balancing data compliance and security
Companies must note the important distinction between the two and realize that satisfying minimum standards does not necessarily lead to optimal data protection.
1/5/2012 / Read more
IT managers continue to grapple with big data
As IT managers look forward to 2012, the latest industry survey from CommVault has provided insight into the most popular strategies companies will use to cope with the influx of big data.
12/16/2011 / Read more
Observing the new rules of disaster recovery
The demands of corporate data management have undergone significant evolutions in the past few years. But although many firms have rushed to refresh their supporting technology, it may be much more important to update disaster recovery strategy instead.
12/14/2011 / Read more
Keeping SMB data safe in 2012
This year, small- and medium-sized businesses around the world discovered the costs of faulty media management practices the hard way, falling victim to numerous data breaches and cyberattacks.
12/13/2011 / Read more
Reviving disaster recovery strategies
With budget constraints and competing priorities postponing much-needed improvements to disaster recovery strategies in recent years, a number of companies are finding themselves vulnerable to unexpected data loss.
12/1/2011 / Read more
Ensuring data recovery under any circumstance
Companies establishing a comprehensive disaster recovery protocol today may be able to prevent a number of issues from emerging in the future.
11/29/2011 / Read more
Firms continue to struggle with data recovery
The latest research report from EMC paints a bleak picture of European data management habits, with three in four organizations surveyed reporting a lack of confidence in their disaster recovery capabilities.
11/28/2011 / Read more
Protecting data through power outages
Although data managers face a number of threats to network security and business continuity, basic power failures are among the most common causes of data disasters, and companies must ensure they are prepared to meet the challenge.
11/17/2011 / Read more
Data loss remains leading concern for employees
The latest report from Wakefield Research has revealed that, although digital data loss concerns may be more serious than ever, few employees are taking proper precautions to guard against disaster.
11/2/2011 / Read more
October storms signal need for disaster recovery plan
The unseasonably early snowstorm that swept through the U.S. Northeast this weekend and the power outages that ensued emphasize the need for businesses to deploy robust disaster recovery solutions.
10/31/2011 / Read more
Report: Balance key to privacy compliance in healthcare
Many healthcare providers are anxious about their data compliance practices and the potential sanctions that may result from a mistake.
10/31/2011 / Read more
SMBs must recognize value of data, report suggests
Risk assessment and the identification of sensitive data are two of the most crucial aspects for small- and medium-sized businesses to consider when introducing data protection measures, according information security firm BizCloud.
10/28/2011 / Read more
Report reveals multifaceted consequences of data breaches
The latest report from the Ponemon Institute has revealed that businesses that suffer data breaches generally lose hundreds of millions of dollars the following year, in addition to significant - and often irreparable - reputational damage.
10/27/2011 / Read more
Versatile data backup solutions satisfy multiple business objectives
Business demands and regulatory standards have significantly increased the burden on data managers in recent years, but IT leaders are quickly realizing that they can solve a variety of problems by evolving their data backup strategies.
10/26/2011 / Read more
SMBs need unique data management strategies
From sales transactions to tax records, data storage and security are too important for small- and medium-sized business owners to ignore.
10/24/2011 / Read more
Hospital improves disaster preparedness with data backup center
Officials from Kansas' Salina Regional Healthcare Center recently announced plans to build a state-of-the-art facility to house its backup servers and safeguard sensitive patient data.
10/6/2011 / Read more
Cloud storage may bring data compliance difficulties
Although a number of companies are beginning to embrace cloud-based storage, organizations may be surprised to find that the new platform presents data compliance issues that were not a factor for previous technologies.
10/5/2011 / Read more
Lack of disaster preparedness hurts businesses, customers
Companies that continue to avoid or postpone disaster preparedness may be taking significant risks and endangering more than just their bottom lines.
10/3/2011 / Read more
Report: Half of companies have lost data in 2011
The 2011 Business Data Loss Survey conducted by data management experts from Cibecs recently revealed that a lack of effective policies and practices is causing a significant amount of data loss.
9/30/2011 / Read more
Report: SMBs continue to neglect data backup
According to recent research from the Small Business Authority, small- and medium-sized businesses continue to lack sufficient data backup strategies and could be putting their operations in jeopardy as a result.
9/27/2011 / Read more
Tape remains part of disaster recovery best practices
From large companies to small businesses with fewer than 10 employees, tape continues to provide a strong disaster recovery solution at an affordable rate.
9/26/2011 / Read more
Avoiding litigation with solid data management
Within an increasingly litigious business environment, proper data management policies and practices are needed to protect companies from costly lawsuits stemming from data loss or compliance issues.
9/22/2011 / Read more
Continuous compliance coming closer to reality
The era of continuous data compliance looms in the not-too-distant future, according to IT Business Edge.
9/15/2011 / Read more
Report: SMBs lacking disaster recovery strategies
The latest research from analysts at Carbonite suggests that the disaster recovery strategies of many small- and medium-sized businesses are falling short of evolving data security demands.
9/14/2011 / Read more
Ensuring business continuity through disaster recovery
Even simple steps, such as the establishment of an offsite tape archive and more frequent data backup protocols, can go a long way toward improving disaster recovery preparedness.
9/13/2011 / Read more
Compliance should be top consideration for DLP
According to one expert, DLP is a necessity if companies are to meet regulatory compliance standards.
7/11/2011 / Read more
Recent events call for focused approach to data backup, recovery
The past few years have been tumultuous for companies when it comes to backing up and protecting their critical data.
7/8/2011 / Read more
UK agency clamping down on data security compliance
In a move that demonstrates its focus on enforcing data security requirements, the U.K. Information Commissioner's Office, which is tasked with overseeing the Data Protection Act, recently announced it will begin working with the National Health Service.
7/5/2011 / Read more
SMBs prioritize encryption for data storage
When it comes to protecting their confidential information, many small- and medium-sized businesses feel encryption is a necessity, according to the results of a new survey released by DigitalPersona, a provider of authentication and end-point security.
6/24/2011 / Read more
Insufficient attention to media management potentially costly, expert says
Backup and disaster recovery plans must be carefully thought out and consistently updated, because - according to Trevor Potts, writing for the Register - the consequences of inattention can be devastating.
6/15/2011 / Read more
Media management during disaster recovery critical, experts say
One of the most important responsibilities for business IT departments is helping out with media management, TechTarget said.
6/3/2011 / Read more
Complying with PCI DSS not just about avoiding fines
Protecting sensitive corporate data and keeping the government from levying charges for noncompliance are both important reasons to stay on top of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard requirements, a consulting firm said.
5/25/2011 / Read more
Report: Small businesses more vulnerable than most to data problems
Despite their financial and physical size, small businesses frequently have to store and manage huge volumes of data to operate efficiently, the Globe and Mail reported recently.
5/23/2011 / Read more
Study: Australian businesses lose $2 million in average data breach
The average cost of a data breach incident for an Australian business is $2 million, according to research performed by the Ponemon Institute on behalf of Symantec.
5/17/2011 / Read more
Expert urges companies to prepare for disaster recovery regardless of IT resources
Businesses that decline to implement a full business continuity and disaster recovery strategy are risking a lot on the hope that they will not face a threat.
5/12/2011 / Read more
Expert: Compliance in healthcare leads to best practices
Even as hospitals and other healthcare organizations struggle to achieve compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, one expert recently asserted that meeting such standards often leads to more efficient and organized practices.
4/29/2011 / Read more
Enterprise email practices present compliance challenges
Even as companies attempt to put a greater focus on reigning in security practices, a new study found the large majority of employees violate acceptable-use policies when sending and receiving emails.
4/26/2011 / Read more
Expert: Disasters, compliance necessitate recovery plans
In a recent Wall Street and Technology report, data security expert Adam Montella asserted that high-profile disasters and the need to meet industry regulations are driving more companies to deploy IT disaster recovery solutions.
4/22/2011 / Read more
PCI compliance growing, study finds
As businesses continue to face increased scrutiny for their data management practices, more are making an effort to achieve compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, a new study found.
4/21/2011 / Read more
Good data management can bolster customer relationships
While good data management has shown to be effective when it comes to the flow of business, one expert recently asserted that it can also benefit a company's relationship with its customers.
4/18/2011 / Read more
Study: Data access concerns plaguing IT managers
A new study by IT data management firm LogLogic found a significant portion of businesses experience data management challenges, leading to trouble when it comes to accessing information when needed.
4/14/2011 / Read more
Disaster recovery, data retention key concerns for federal agencies
A new report by CTOlabs.com found federal agencies are struggling to deal with overwhelming amounts of data growth, leading to concerns about disaster recovery and data protection.
4/12/2011 / Read more
OCR enforcing stricter HIPAA compliance
The Office for Civil Rights is tightening the reigns of data compliance under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Health Data Management reports.
4/8/2011 / Read more
Data protection driving disaster recovery market
As businesses continue to deploy more solutions to protect their data, the global disaster recovery market is expected to reach $22.6 billion by 2014, according to a new report by TechNavio.
4/7/2011 / Read more
Study: Organizations struggling with HIPAA compliance
In the face of growing data security threats and stricter standards from regulatory bodies, many organizations are struggling to achieve compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a recent study by Ipswitch found.
3/30/2011 / Read more
Expert: Third-party disaster recovery can lead to challenges
Businesses that rely on third-party vendors to deliver disaster recovery solutions may be wasting funds for inadequate services, one expert recently asserted.
3/28/2011 / Read more
Public sector disaster recovery efforts insufficient, study finds
A recent study by the Ponemon Institute found the majority of public sector organizations fail to put enough emphasis on disaster recovery practices, Computing.co.uk reports.
3/25/2011 / Read more
Leicester City Council loses storage device
The Leicester City Council in the UK recently said it has lost a storage device containing personal information on thousands of elderly and vulnerable people, This Is Leicestershire reports.
3/24/2011 / Read more
UK data breach costs continue to climb
The cost of data breaches in UK rose for the third straight year in 2010, with UK companies forking out an average of $2.7 million per incident, according to a recent Ponemon Institute study.
3/22/2011 / Read more
Survey: 18 percent of companies encrypting data on backup tapes
recent InformationWeek Analytics Backup survey shows the increased need for companies to adopt better data protection and tape management solutions.
3/21/2011 / Read more
Expert: Businesses cannot afford to wait for disasters
Following the the earthquake that struck Japan last week, businesses around the world received a stark reminder regarding the need to implement a disaster recovery plan as soon as possible.
3/14/2011 / Read more
Study: 42 percent of SMBs experience data loss
As businesses continue to deal with higher volumes of data and threats of data loss due to natural and man-made disasters, it is important they deploy solutions that enable them to improve their data management practices.
3/11/2011 / Read more
Top performing companies practice high levels of data management
Businesses that keep their master data clean and accessible have found they can improve customer service practices, employee productivity and boost their overall functionality, according to a new report by Aberdeen Group.
3/9/2011 / Read more
Study: APAC businesses not ready for disaster
The majority of small- and medium-sized businesses in the Asia Pacific region do not have disaster recovery plans, putting them at serious risk if they experience an IT-related outage, a recent study found.
3/8/2011 / Read more
Careless errors contribute to disaster recovery failures, study finds
Challenges to keep plans up to date and other careless errors are contributing to the struggles businesses have to implement effective disaster recovery practices, a recent report found.
3/7/2011 / Read more
IDC: Storage software market grows in 2010
Signaling an increased importance being placed on enterprise data management, the global storage software market posted its fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth in the fourth quarter of 2010, research firm IDC recently reported.
3/7/2011 / Read more
Complicated storage necessitates disaster recovery plan, expert says
As data storage systems become more complex and complicated, it is important for IT managers to ensure they have a plan in place that enables their company to recover from system failures quickly, one expert recently asserted.
3/4/2011 / Read more
Businesses failing to encrypt backup tapes
Companies can use encryption to improve their data protection practices for relatively affordable costs, but a recent study by InformationWeek Analytics found the majority of companies fail to do so.
3/4/2011 / Read more
Report: Schedule key to backup process
While devices are the cornerstone of any backup strategy, it is also important to establish a backup schedule to ensure information stored is current and readily available.
3/3/2011 / Read more
Google uses backup tapes to restore Gmail service
In response to a recent incident that wiped the data from the accounts of several thousands of Gmail users, Google says it is relying on data backup tapes to restore access to the cloud-based email service as quickly as possible.
3/2/2011 / Read more
Data management and mobility must be complementary, expert says
According to one expert, when implemented correctly, data management can enhance workforce mobility and help fuel business growth.
3/1/2011 / Read more
Law firm uses disk backup to recover from fire
When an electrical fire took out New York office of Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin, the law firm turned to disk-to-disk backup to recover quickly and get back to business as usual, Network World recently reported.
2/28/2011 / Read more
Bank using data synchronization to aid disaster recovery
In an effort to improve their data management and disaster recovery practices, many banks and other financial institutions are deploying data synchronization solutions, Bank Systems & Technology recently reported.
2/28/2011 / Read more
Assessing critical to disaster recovery plan
For small- and medium-sized businesses, the ability to recovery data following a disaster is essential. And, according to a recent Globe and Mail report, there are steps SMBs should take to ensure their data is protected.
2/24/2011 / Read more
Study: Security, compliance top priorities for 2011
Businesses will be looking to improve their data security and compliance practices in 2011, according to a new study by managed services provider Virtela.
2/22/2011 / Read more
Survey: Irish businesses unaware of data protection rules
More than half of businesses in Ireland are unaware of new data protection rules mandated by the data protection commissioner, leading to an increase of data breaches, a new survey found.
2/21/2011 / Read more
Experts: New technology calls for new data protection practices
At the recent Open Group Conference in San Diego, a panel of data security experts said the rise of new technology necessitates businesses to adopt more comprehensive data protection policies, ZDNet reports.
2/18/2011 / Read more
When it comes to downtime, every minute counts
Reliable data management is an important element of enterprise IT, as a recent study found the majority of companies cannot tolerate more than an hour of downtime without significant consequences.
2/15/2011 / Read more
Businesses have trouble managing encryption, digital certification technology
Businesses are struggling to manage data encryption tools and digital certifications, putting them in danger of regulatory violations, a recent study found.
2/14/2011 / Read more
Expert: Preparation key to disaster recovery
With IT budgets still tight and companies looking to reduce spending wherever possible, it is important that IT managers stress the importance of disaster recovery to ensure they have adequate funding to maintain operations during an emergency.
2/7/2011 / Read more
Study: Poor enterprise data management is 'rampant'
New study revealed by a data integration software provider found there is an alarming lack of IT governance and data management in the majority of enterprise IT departments.
2/3/2011 / Read more
SMBs confident about disaster recovery, study says
The majority of small- and medium-sized businesses are confident in the disaster recovery plans, believing they can restore access to critical data within a matter of hours, a recent study found.
2/2/2011 / Read more
Testing, verification key to data recovery process
There are several steps experts recommend businesses take to ensure their data is protected. But, according to a recent report by the Register, testing may be the most important part of an organization's data recovery plans.
2/2/2011 / Read more
Poor data management can lead to fines
Highlighting the importance of practicing good data management, the Financial Services Authority recently fined spread betting firm City Index £490,000 for inadequate transaction reporting.
1/30/2011 / Read more
Forrester: Good governance key to data protection
As enterprise technology continues to evolve and become more complicated, chief information security officers can no longer rely on old practices to ensure adequate data protection.
1/28/2011 / Read more
Cyber attacks pose global threat, study says
With the rising frequency of cyber security attacks, businesses need to implement comprehensive disaster recovery plans to ensure their data is safe in the event of a catastrophe.
1/27/2011 / Read more
APAC companies struggle to cope with data management
As storage needs continue to grow and IT budgets shrink, organizations in Asia Pacific are struggling to manage their data infrastructure, according to a recent study by Springboard Research.
1/24/2011 / Read more
Majority of smaller retailers not PCI DSS compliant, study finds
While most small- and medium-sized retailers are aware of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, many are not compliant with its regulations, according to a recent study by the National Retail Federation and First Data.
1/20/2011 / Read more
Ecommerce backup important for SMBs
Small- and medium-sized businesses running ecommerce websites are putting their company at risk if they have not implemented a backup system to protect their data.
1/19/2011 / Read more
U.S. disaster recovery practices lagging behind others, study finds
Disaster recovery practices for small- and medium-sized businesses in the United States have room for improvement, as a recent study by backup specialist Acronis revealed the majority of SMBs are not prepared for a major network outage.
1/18/2011 / Read more
IT spending to address data growth in 2011, study finds
Data growth will be a major part of most IT professionals' day-to-day lives this year, as a recent study found it to be one of the top five IT priorities in 2011, Network World reports.
1/17/2011 / Read more
Most IT professionals OK with PCI DSS, study finds
The majority of IT professionals believe the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard is necessary to ensuring cardholder data is protected, according to a recent report by Cisco.
1/13/2011 / Read more
Most SMBs lack disaster recovery plans, study finds
Despite an increasing number of threats, small- and medium-sized businesses are failing to make the necessary precautions to address IT outages and data loss, according to a recent study by Symantec.
1/12/2011 / Read more
Following breach, University of Maine increases data security
The University of Maine is reportedly spending millions of dollars to enhance its data protection efforts in the wake of a data breach that affected 4,585 students and alumni.
1/12/2011 / Read more
Disaster recovery effects revenue generation, study finds
Every year, businesses in the United States collectively lose an estimated $26.5 billion in revenue due to slow recovery from IT systems outages, a recent report by CA Technologies found.
1/7/2011 / Read more
Data loss rises during holiday travel, study finds
Thousands of devices containing corporate information are expected to have been left at UK airports, train stations and other transportation hubs over the holiday season.
1/5/2011 / Read more
Report: Encryption strengthens data protection, compliance
Encryption is quickly becoming one of the main data compliance and security practices among many organizations. But, according to a recently report by Kroll, encryption is not a catch-all method of ensuring information is protected.
1/4/2011 / Read more
Disaster recovery key to protecting data
Implementing a sound disaster recovery strategy is becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes, as a recent survey from Quantum found an overwhelming majority of companies suffered at least one data security incident in the past 12 months.
1/3/2011 / Read more
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