Native Protection Is Not Enough
Microsoft 365 provides basic data retention but does not offer comprehensive backup. Data loss from accidental deletion, malware, or departing employees requires third-party backup solutions.
Data Loss Risks
- Accidental Deletion: Recycle bin has limited retention (93 days for SharePoint)
- Ransomware: Encrypted files may exceed version history limits
- Employee Departure: Deleted accounts lose data after license removal
- Retention Policy Gaps: Complex policies may leave data unprotected
- Migration Errors: Data loss during tenant migrations
Backup Solutions
Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365, Acronis, and other solutions provide point-in-time recovery for Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams data.
