VAST Perspectives
Top 5 Cloud Migration Missteps (And How to Avoid Them in 2026)
Companies make a significant decision when they commit to migrating some or all of their IT environment to the cloud. Organizations may want to modernize legacy infrastructure, leverage new technologies, reduce costs, or increase flexibility. They have typically...
The Role of Information Governance in Modern IT Operations
Information governance is an organization’s framework for managing its data. At one time, information or data governance was seen primarily as a compliance function, with little utility for IT operations. Back-office teams were responsible for governance, which was...
Securing Your Microsoft 365 Environment: Tips and Strategies for 2026
Microsoft 365 (M365) is an incredibly popular and stable cloud platform with over 400 million paid users. Many companies rely heavily on Microsoft 365 to run critical business processes. The subscription software suite has become the go-to solution for organizations...
The ROI of Managed Backup: Why Data Protection Is a Business Investment
Your company’s data resources are its most valuable asset, with the exception of its people. Today’s data-centric business landscape emphasizes an organization’s ability to monetize its information and drive competitiveness in its market sector. Businesses must...
Five Signs Your Business Is Ready to Move to a Hybrid Cloud Environment
Many modern organizations support their businesses with a legacy, on-premises IT environment. They have typically implemented systems that address the needs of their customers and employees over several years. At one time, these solutions were precisely what was...
Why Run a FortiGate Firewall in AWS Instead of AWS WAF?
Companies that have migrated business-critical workloads to AWS can utilize the AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF) and AWS Security Groups to protect their cloud environment. The level of protection afforded by these native security solutions is typically only...
How to Integrate Resilience Into Your Cybersecurity Blueprint
Most IT professionals are well aware of the need to protect their computing environment from threat actors and various types of data loss scenarios. A company’s IT resources are continuously under attack from malicious entities attempting to introduce ransomware or...
Empowering the Modern Workplace with Secure, Scalable Desktops
The modern workplace has evolved significantly from the traditional office settings of the past. Many employees and contractors perform their jobs from multiple locations, often accessing cloud resources on various devices. The days of primarily working from a cubicle...
How To Choose Between DRaaS, CBaaS, or Both Solutions
Companies need data protection solutions to safeguard their valuable information and ensure consistent operations. Modern businesses are continually under attack from malicious threat actors intent on stealing, encrypting, or corrupting mission-critical data...
AI-Driven Strategies to Safeguard Your Data
Modern organizations are deploying artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to address a wide range of operational and business issues. Many AI applications directly support a company’s data protection needs, offering enhanced security against cyber threats, as well as...
