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Taylor Shellfish Farms Implements Barracuda Backup for Reliable Data Protection
Technology Category
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Backup & Recovery
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Cloud Storage Services
Applicable Industries
- Food & Beverage
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Taylor Shellfish Farms faced a significant risk due to the lack of a proper data backup solution. The company had been operating without a data backup system for over 100 years, relying on external hard drives for data storage. This method left their records vulnerable to loss, theft, or damage. The IT team, led by Jorge Cortés-Monroy, recognized the need for a more secure and reliable backup system. They sought a solution that would eliminate the risks associated with removable media and provide an affordable, resourceful appliance. The challenge was to find a company that could meet their specific data protection needs while offering simplicity in deployment and long-term implementation.
About The Customer
Taylor Shellfish Farms is a global food supplier with a history spanning over 100 years. The company had been operating without a data backup solution, which posed a significant risk to their records. Jorge Cortés-Monroy, the IT Director, and his team were responsible for ensuring the security and organization of the company's data. They recognized the need for a reliable backup system to protect their records from potential disasters. The company sought a solution that would provide both local and offsite data backup, ensuring the fastest restore times and secure offsite storage for disaster recovery. Taylor Shellfish Farms required a dependable and affordable backup solution to safeguard their valuable data.
The Solution
Taylor Shellfish Farms evaluated several companies and ultimately chose Barracuda Networks for their data backup solution. Barracuda offered a comprehensive and affordable backup system that combined an onsite appliance with a monthly subscription for offsite storage. The Barracuda Backup Server 490 was selected for its effectiveness, simplicity, and cost-efficiency. The solution provided automatic local and offsite data backup, fast local restore, data deduplication, and secure offsite storage. The IT team appreciated the 24/7 support, on-site setup, and the option to demo the product for 30 days before making a final decision. The Barracuda Backup Server 490 was installed onsite, providing full local backup of current and historical data, high backup performance, and efficient offsite transfer using compression and encryption.
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