A Week in Backup: Cohesity, Commvault, Infinidat and the Evolving Data Protection Landscape

Summary

This week’s backup news highlights significant moves by industry leaders, including Commvault’s expansion of cloud and cyber resilience solutions, Infinidat’s award-winning all-flash storage system, and Cohesity’s advancements in AI-powered data management. These developments underscore the increasing importance of robust data protection strategies in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The trend toward cloud-based backup and recovery, coupled with the integration of AI and enhanced cyber resilience, is shaping the future of backup technology.

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Okay, so, the past week? It’s been a real whirlwind in the backup tech world, you know? We’ve seen some serious moves from big names like Cohesity, Commvault, and Infinidat. It really highlights just how quickly things are changing and, importantly, the growing demand for data protection solutions that can actually keep up.

Let’s start with Commvault. They’ve really gone all-in on the cloud and cyber resilience. It’s clear they’re not messing around. They launched Cloud Backup & Recovery for Google Workspace, which is pretty significant. I mean, you’ve got Gmail, Google Drive, the whole shebang, all protected. They’re definitely moving beyond their usual turf in Microsoft Azure, which is smart. They’re meeting customers where they are, across all sorts of cloud platforms.

And they’re not just relying on new products. They’ve integrated some tech from Appranix and Clumio, which they acquired recently. This Cloud Rewind feature, that’s all Appranix, and it offers really granular recovery. So, if there’s a cyberattack, you’re not scrambling for ages trying to get everything back. It’s faster and, frankly, a lot less stressful. They’ve also got new AWS support now, plus that Google Workspace backup, all which supports the multi-cloud strategy. The new Cyber Resilience Dashboard is the other key thing, giving businesses a heads-up on their ransomware readiness. It’s like having a cyber security early warning system, which, let’s face it, is something we all need these days.

Then you’ve got Infinidat. Their InfiniBox SSA G4 all-flash storage system picked up a Silver Award from TechTarget, which is a big deal. It’s officially one of the Best Enterprise Storage Arrays of 2024. What does that tell you? It tells you it has some serious performance and scale. I saw some data recently where these kinds of arrays were vital in rapid restoration efforts in hospitals. Their G4 also comes with better cyber resilience, and hybrid multi-cloud support. They’re definitely trying to be a major player in enterprise storage, you know, with their InfiniGuard backup appliance as well. And they really do play well with others. Supporting Veeam, Commvault, Veritas, and IBM Storage Protect is a great move and really makes them more appealing to a broader market.

Now, Cohesity… they’re pushing hard with their AI-powered data management. Their Cohesity Data Cloud, or CDC, is getting smarter with this conversational AI assistant, Cohesity Gaia. That’s actually kinda cool. I can imagine it making data management so much simpler, which will make so many of our lives easier. I mean, think about the possibilities of advanced data insights. Then, of course, there’s the big one, they acquired Veritas’ Enterprise Data Protection business last year, and that really cemented their position as a leader. It’s a massive move! The integration of Veritas’ NetBackup into the Cohesity portfolio just makes them more and more significant for both platform customers.

So what are we seeing here? Well, there are a few key trends that are shaping the backup world right now:

• First, it’s all about cloud-first. More and more companies are moving to the cloud, so it follows that they need backup and recovery solutions that are made for it. Companies like Commvault and Infinidat, with their multi-cloud strategy, are leading that charge.
• Second, AI is changing everything. Cohesity’s Gaia is a good example of how AI can help us make sense of the mountains of data we have. Think, automation, better insights, and just generally a more efficient workflow overall.
• Finally, cyber resilience is crucial. We can’t just assume everything is going to be fine. The threat landscape is too hostile for that. Features like Commvault’s Cloud Rewind and that Cyber Resilience Dashboard are examples of tools we need to keep data safe.

It’s clear that the world of backup technology isn’t slowing down. These updates from Cohesity, Commvault, and Infinidat really do highlight the ongoing innovation and the need to stay current on developments in this area. With all the increasing reliance on cloud services and, sadly, rising cyber threats, the demand for comprehensive, adaptable, and clever data protection solutions is only going to keep growing. I, for one, am excited to see what comes next.