Holistic M365 Data Management: Data Protection, Security, and Data Preservation of M365 Data

This IDC Perspective discusses the importance of security, protection, and preservation of business-critical data in Microsoft 365 to succeed in the AI era. It highlights growing concerns about data loss in M365 and the need for effective backup, archiving, and security strategies. The report emphasizes the significance of long-term data preservation and access as well as the role of automation and workflow integration in modern M365 data management. It concludes with advice for technology buyers to develop a holistic M365 data management strategy."With business-critical data and long-term records residing in the M365 environment, ensuring backup and recovery, data preservation/access, and cybersecurity is paramount for success in this AI era," said Archana Venkatraman, research director, CloudOps and Cloud Data Management, IDC. "Modern M365 data management practices must be holistic, automated, integrated, and security oriented."