When it comes to Microsoft’s shared responsibility model, think of your cloud data protection like an iceberg. Above the surface, everything seems steady – Microsoft’s platform is secure, resilient, and reliable. But below the waterline lies a hidden mass of responsibilities, and those are entirely on you to manage.
What’s above the surface: Microsoft’s responsibilities
Above the waterline, Microsoft manages the infrastructure that keeps services like Microsoft 365 and Azure running. This includes physical security at data centres, data replication for availability, and protecting against disasters like power outages or hardware failures. These are the visible and reassuring aspects of the shared responsibility model – the parts that make businesses confident in the platform.
But here’s the catch: staying afloat isn’t just about what’s above the surface.
What’s below the surface: Your responsibilities
Below the waterline, hidden from immediate view, lies the bulk of the responsibility – and it’s all on you. Safeguarding your data from accidental deletions, malicious attacks, or compliance issues is entirely up to your organisation. While Microsoft ensures the platform runs smoothly, they don’t provide built-in, long-term backups or manage how your data is secured and retained.
Think of it this way: if an employee deletes critical files or ransomware locks down your systems, the “visible” platform Microsoft provides won’t help you recover. That’s part of the hidden iceberg beneath the water.
Avoiding the disaster: Backup is your lifeboat
Just as an iceberg can sink even the sturdiest ship, overlooking your responsibilities in the shared responsibility model can lead to disastrous consequences. Businesses often assume Microsoft’s tools, like the recycle bin, offer enough protection. But these are short-term solutions – not true backups.
To avoid catastrophe, you need a lifeboat. A robust third-party backup solution ensures your data remains recoverable, no matter what happens.
Redstor: Your guide to navigating the iceberg
At Redstor, we specialise in addressing the hidden risks of the shared responsibility model. Our intelligent, cloud-first solutions are designed to protect what’s below the surface. With Redstor, your data is always recoverable, thanks to features like InstantData™, which gives you immediate access to files while they’re still being restored.
We bridge the gap Microsoft leaves, providing complete protection and recovery options to safeguard your business. So, whether it’s accidental deletion, ransomware, or compliance gaps, Redstor helps you steer clear of hidden dangers and keeps your business floating confidently.
With Redstor, you’ll have the tools and support to ensure your data stays safe, accessible, and ready for anything.
Check out Redstor’s Microsoft 365 Backup or Entra ID Backup for more information.