Veeam Reveals Backup-as-a-Service for Microsoft 365 and MS Azure

Veeam Software, the Data Protection, and Ransomware Recovery organization, has announced two new offerings that combine the confidence and reliability of Veeam’s backup and restore capabilities with the ease of use of Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS). Cirrus by Veeam, which is available for Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure customers, provides a simple, flexible, reliable, and powerful BaaS offering. Moreover, It gives companies the option of simplifying the management and administration of their backup operations with all the resiliency of Veeam technology.

Veeam will launch a new, enhanced version of the BaaS offering in Q1 2024, available through Veeam service providers, the Microsoft Azure marketplace, and Veeam’s online store.

“450,000 customers trust Veeam to protect their business and keep it running, which has led us to become the No. 1 global provider of data protection and ransomware recovery,” said Danny Allan, CTO at Veeam. “We’re now giving customers those trusted capabilities – for Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure – delivered as a service. Through this new BaaS offering, customers have increased flexibility in how they wish to use Veeam to protect their business, whether in the cloud, on-premises, or a hybrid model.”

Cirrus by Veeam was acquired from CT4 who developed the cloud-native service utilising Veeam’s industry-leading data backup and ransomware recovery platform. Customers can now choose from several options in how they wish to utilize Veeam and manage their Microsoft 365 and Azure data:

New Cirrus by Veeam: Delivers a simple, seamless SaaS experience, without having to manage the infrastructure or storage.

Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 and Veeam Backup for MS Azure:

Deploy Veeam’s existing software solutions for Microsoft 365 and MS Azure data protection and manage the infrastructure.

A backup service from a Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partner:

Built on top of the Veeam platform, with value-added services unique to the provider’s area of expertise.

Cirrus for Microsoft 365

Cirrus for Microsoft 365 builds on the industry’s leading Microsoft 365 backup solution – Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 – and delivers it as a service. It simplifies a customer’s backup strategy with software, infrastructure, and unlimited storage in an all-in-one cloud service, allowing organisations to leverage powerful data protection and security technology with a simple, seamless user experience.

Trusted, reliable technology: Customisable backup, flexible recovery options, and powerful search capabilities.
All-inclusive backup service: Simplifies Microsoft 365 backup by providing everything a customer needs, bundled together at one price.
Modern, secure, and intuitive: Keeps business-critical data protected with built-in immutability; no software to download or infrastructure to maintain.

Cirrus Cloud Protect for Microsoft Azure

Just like any other data storage system, Microsoft Azure is vulnerable to cyber threats and data loss. As the owner, it's your responsibility to ensure its protection. Consequently, with Cirrus Cloud Protect for Microsoft Azure, end users can benefit from a fully hosted and pre-configured solution that guarantees reliable backup and recovery in case of any mishap.

Quick ROI: One effective strategy for accelerating the time to value of your operations involves proactively addressing common obstacles that can impede progress. This includes taking steps to minimize delays related to implementation, as well as remaining vigilant about patching and remediating any misconfigurations that may arise along the way. By taking a focused approach to these areas, you can help ensure that your team can move forward quickly and efficiently, without getting bogged down by unnecessary roadblocks.
Enterprise-readiness: Leverage backup, security, and FinOps best practices in a service built for Azure Well-Architected Framework.
Confident recoverability: Comprehensive, native protection with the most customizable RPOs and recovery to any location.

Availability

Cirrus by Veeam is currently accessible through the Azure Marketplace and all established Veeam and Cirrus distribution networks. Its availability will soon extend to Veeam’s other channels. Anticipate the launch of the integrated Veeam Backup as a Service (BaaS) solutions in early 2024.