Why You Still Need Backup for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace
Cloud platforms like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace have transformed the way we work — offering flexibility, collaboration, and always-on access to critical business tools. But what many organisations don’t realise is that cloud does not mean invincible. While these providers ensure service uptime and infrastructure security, they do not guarantee full data recoverability, especially in the face of human error, ransomware, or accidental deletion.
From emails and shared documents to calendar events and Teams or Drive files, your business relies on this data every day. Yet something as simple as a misconfigured retention policy or the deletion of a departing employee’s account can lead to permanent loss. In fact, both Microsoft and Google recommend using third-party backup to protect your data — because what’s available in the trash bin for 30 days isn’t enough for most business, legal, or insurance requirements.
A dedicated, automated backup solution ensures your data is secure, accessible, and recoverable — no matter the scenario. DSM’s managed backup services provide peace of mind and compliance assurance by safeguarding your Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace environment with UK-based, immutable storage and fast recovery options.
Did You Know?
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58% of cloud data loss is caused by human error
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30 days after deletion an email in m365 cannot be retrieved.
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Onedrive and Sharepoint files cannot be retrieved 92 days after deletion.
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100% of insurers now recommend or require third-party cloud backup as part of cyber cover
Customer Spotlight
“We thought our Microsoft 365 data was safe until we lost critical emails due to accidental deletion. DSM’s backup solution recovered everything — and fast. Now we wouldn’t operate without it.”
— Mark T., IT Manager, Legal Services Client
Microsoft 365 Backup
Secure, Compliant Backup for Microsoft 365 — Managed by DSM
Don’t leave your Microsoft 365 data to chance. Microsoft operates under a shared responsibility model, meaning you’re responsible for protecting your data against accidental deletion, ransomware, internal threats, and misconfigured retention.
With DSM’s fully managed Microsoft 365 backup service, you get:
✅ Backup for Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams
✅ Granular recovery of emails, files, and conversations
✅ Immutable storage with tamper-proof protection
✅ Custom retention policies for legal and compliance needs
✅ UK-based storage and support from our ISO27001-accredited team
Whether you’re meeting insurance requirements or improving resilience, our cloud-to-cloud solution ensures your Microsoft 365 data is always recoverable.
Google Workspace Backup
Protect Gmail, Drive & More — Even After Staff Leave
Google Workspace is powerful, but its built-in data recovery is limited. Data can be lost due to accidental or malicious deletion, misconfigured policies, or deactivated user accounts.
DSM’s managed Google Workspace backup gives you:
✅ Daily, automated backups of Gmail, Drive, Shared Drives, Calendar & Contacts
✅ Granular restore of individual files, emails, or accounts
✅ Retention beyond Google’s default 30 days
✅ Backup of data from suspended or deleted users
✅ Immutable, secure UK-based storage
Don’t risk permanent loss of business-critical data. We help you meet compliance, maintain continuity, and recover quickly when needed.
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