I'm looking for recommendations on a backup solution for a small NGO with about 30 users. They need reliable backups for their Microsoft 365 data and possibly email. Key requirements include the ability to recover data to specific points in time, protection against breaches like malware or ransomware, and minimal data loss (a day or two of data loss is acceptable). It's important that backups are stored in multiple locations, especially after hearing about recent data center outages. The organization is based in Australia with one primary office and some remote workers, and they're looking for something that provides good value without breaking the bank. While they have a managed service provider for basic IT support, I'm not sure they're equipped to handle this backup solution effectively. Any suggestions?
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Cubebackup is worth looking into! It's simple to set up and super affordable at just $5 per user per year—well within a small NGO’s budget. Just make sure to have a server or some cloud storage for the backups.
I’d recommend checking out Synology and using their Active Backup for Office 365. It's pretty robust and allows for easy recovery and management.
Consider Axcient if it's available to you. It's well-suited for small businesses and comes at a decent price.
I’ve had great experiences with Veeam for Office 365. It covers a lot of bases and is user-friendly, making it a solid choice for smaller organizations.
Rubrik is another option. It’s a bit on the pricier side, but it’s very reliable and just works without major hiccups.

Yeah, cubebackup really has all the basics covered! Plus, no licensing costs for storage makes it even better.