The Key to Surviving a Cyberattack?
Even the best defenses can fall short. Here's why smart data backups and rapid recovery plans are your business’s best protection against chaos.
In today’s hybrid work and cloud-driven world, cyber threats aren’t just a possibility—they’re a reality. No matter how advanced your firewall, how well-trained your team, or how secure your devices, there’s no such thing as 100% protection.
That’s why data backup and recovery have become critical pillars of modern cybersecurity. The goal? Not just to prevent attacks—but to bounce back fast when they happen.
Downtime Is Expensive—Here’s the Data
When a cyberattack hits, time is money. A study cited in a recent USA Today report reveals that the average business downtime after an attack is 23 days. That’s over three weeks where:
- Employees can’t access key files
- Clients face delays and lost trust
- Revenue halts while costs skyrocket
For some companies, this kind of disruption is too much to survive.
What a Smart Backup Plan Looks Like
It’s not just about having backups—it’s about having the right kind of backup. A modern, resilient strategy includes:
Frequent, Automated Backups
Manual backups are easy to forget. Set up automatic processes to capture changes hourly or daily so you’re never far from your most recent version.
Offsite or Cloud Storage
Don’t keep your backups in the same place as your main data. Cloud-based or offsite storage protects you from ransomware and physical disasters.
Immutable Backup Copies
Some systems allow backups that can’t be altered once they’re created—protecting them from being encrypted or deleted by attackers.
Recovery Time Objectives (RTO)
Know how long your business can afford to be down. Your backup plan should meet that time frame, not just “someday” recovery.
Recovery Is Just as Important as Backup
Backing up is only half the story. Can your business actually restore that data quickly?
A solid recovery strategy includes:
- A tested recovery plan (not just theoretical)
- Easy access to replacement hardware or cloud environments
- A clear order of operations for bringing systems back online
If these steps aren’t already mapped out, your backup might not be enough when it really matters.
Managed Nerds Can Help
At Managed Nerds, we work with small businesses to build real-world recovery plans that match their risk level, budget, and operations.
We help you:
- Set up secure, automated backups (cloud + local)
- Define recovery objectives that fit your business model
- Test your systems so you're never guessing in a crisis
- Respond fast with real support when things go wrong
Because when everything’s on the line, you need more than just a “Plan B”—you need a Plan Now.
Don’t Let a Cyberattack Define Your Business
A breach is bad. Losing your data and spending weeks offline? That’s worse.
Let’s make sure your business can survive the worst—and recover fast.
Contact Managed Nerds to build your backup and recovery plan today.
