Blog Series – Data Backup Strategies for Argentine SMEs (December 2015)

Data loss is one of the most expensive and disruptive IT incidents an SME can face. In Argentina, where many businesses rely heavily on digital systems, a proper backup strategy is critical—not just optional.

💾 The 3-2-1 Backup Rule

The gold standard for SME backup plans:

• 3 total copies of your data
• 2 stored on different media (e.g., hard drive + NAS)
• 1 stored offsite (cloud or remote location)

☁️ Cloud vs. On-Premise Backups

Cloud backup offers offsite resilience and automation but may face regulatory or bandwidth concerns. On-premise backups are fast and secure locally but vulnerable to physical loss.

✅ What Argentine SMEs Should Back Up

• Customer records and billing systems
• Financial/accounting data
• HR/payroll records
• Key business documents and contracts
• Web and application configurations

🧰 Testing and Verification

A backup that hasn’t been tested might as well not exist. Regular restore tests ensure your strategy works when it matters most.

🚨 Common Mistakes

• Storing backups on the same machine
• Relying on outdated or manual backups
• Not rotating storage media
• No written recovery plan or RTOs