The Backup Wrap-Up

KPMG Blunder Proves Microsoft 365 Needs Backup (Cloud Disasters)


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In this shocking episode of The Backup Wrap-up, we delve into the jaw-dropping data loss disaster that struck global consulting giant KPMG at the height of the 2020 pandemic. With one errant click, a Microsoft 365 admin accidentally wiped out months of critical Teams chat data for a staggering 145,000 employees.

Join host W. Curtis Preston as he unravels this extraordinary tale of digital destruction and explores the crucial lessons it holds for organizations relying on Microsoft 365 and other SaaS platforms. Curtis breaks down the differences between retention policies and actual backups, exposes common misconceptions about cloud provider data protection responsibilities, and highlights the potential legal and compliance nightmares that can arise from such catastrophic data loss.

If you're using Microsoft 365 or any SaaS application, you can't afford to miss this vital wake-up call. Tune in to discover why a robust third-party backup strategy is essential, no matter how big your company or how reliable your cloud provider seems. Learn from KPMG's misfortune and ensure your organization's critical data is always protected, in the cloud and beyond.

Don't become the next cautionary tale – listen now and secure your SaaS data before it's too late!

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