Managed IT Services Tip – Disaster Recovery

Managed IT Services Tip | Disaster Recovery and Data Protection

By Rick Boyles, President, Computer Networks, Inc.

Data loss doesn’t always happen because of hackers. Sometimes it’s a simple mistake- a vendor deleting your client database, an employee clicking the wrong button, or a natural disaster hitting your office. No matter the cause, what matters is whether your business can recover.

Our managed IT services company serves Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk with secure, offsite Backup and Disaster Recovery (BUDR) solutions that keep your data protected and your business moving.

The Modern Way to Safeguard Your Business

The days of shuffling tapes, swapping hard drives, or waiting for backups to finish are over. Modern BUDR systems make hourly backups onsite and automatically move that data offsite at the end of each day.

This approach ensures your business or medical practice is always ready for the unexpected. Whether it’s a hurricane, power surge, theft, or server failure, your data is safely stored and quickly recoverable.

Real Protection, Real Results

One of our clients once faced a total data loss after a vendor accidentally deleted their entire customer database. Thanks to their offsite backup system, we restored everything within hours- no downtime, no lost revenue, and no panic.

Unfortunately, many companies that experience serious data loss aren’t so lucky. Hurricanes like Isabel, Katrina, and Sandy caused thousands of businesses to lose their records permanently. Many never reopened their doors.

A proactive Backup and Disaster Recovery plan is the difference between bouncing back and shutting down for good.

Why Offsite Backup Is Essential

Every business and medical practice in Hampton Roads should have a comprehensive disaster recovery strategy that includes:

• Automatic, encrypted backups performed throughout the day

• Offsite data storage to protect against local disasters

• Fast system restores to minimize downtime

• Regular testing to ensure backups work when needed

If your current system still relies on manual backups or untested recovery methods, your business is at serious risk.

Be Ready Before Disaster Strikes

A disaster recovery plan isn’t just about peace of mind- it’s about business continuity. Whether you’re dealing with cyberattacks, natural disasters, or simple human error, your business deserves a safety net that works.

Our managed IT services team can design and implement a BUDR system customized to your network, ensuring your critical data is secure, compliant, and easily recoverable.

Call 757-333-3299 x200 or email info@computernetworksinc.com to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can keep your business protected.

About Computer Networks, Inc.

Founded in 2004 by Rick Boyles, Computer Networks, Inc. provides Managed IT Services, Backup and Disaster Recovery, HIPAA compliance support, and cybersecurity solutions for small businesses and medical practices throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and the greater Hampton Roads area.

Our clients typically operate 10–150 workstations and depend on reliable, secure networks to run their offices. We deliver enterprise-grade IT management without the overhead of a full-time staff.