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IT budgets are under pressure due to rising energy prices, hardware scarcity, cloud licenses, vendor lock-in, and AI adoption. In this white paper, you will read why traditional TCO calculations fall short and how “Total Cost of Control” helps to better manage costs, risks, and dependencies. Includes practical steps regarding data classification, active archiving, local AI, and hybrid infrastructure.

Tape remains a trusted last line of defense for many organizations, but the requirements for backup, recovery, and archiving have changed. Data must not only be stored securely, but also be more quickly available, verifiable, and better protected against ransomware. In this white paper you will read why traditional tape is under pressure and how VTL forms a practical bridge between existing tape processes and modern secondary storage. We show how Silent Bricks maintain tape logic while reducing limitations such as linear access, physical handling, and slow restores. We also cover air gaps, data integrity, energy consumption, and the DLR case study. Discover how to modernize your backup strategy without rebuilding everything.

The new cloud sovereignty assessment tool from DICTU makes digital sovereignty tangible by allowing organizations to measure where they stand in five areas: legal, data and AI, technology, operational and human. By systematically assessing these organizations it becomes clear where dependencies lie and where targeted improvements are possible. You can read more about this in this white paper.

More and more organizations claim to offer a “European cloud”. Is this correct? And how sovereign is that cloud really? The French Senate literally heard the answer earlier this year:

“Non, je ne peux pas le garantir.”
(“No, I cannot guarantee that.”)

These words came from a Microsoft executive, under oath, regarding the question of whether French government data is truly protected against access by US authorities. And with that, the facade of sovereignty crumbled. Read more about this in our white paper on “Cloudwashing.”

Backups alone are not enough. It is not only crucial that data is backed up, but also that recovery strategies work smoothly in case of an emergency. The speed of the recovery process also plays an important role, as any delay multiplies the economic damage caused by downtime.

In this whitepaper you will discover the facts about recovery after a cyberattack.

Calls for digital sovereignty are becoming louder and louder. Especially as European organizations face increasing geopolitical tensions, new regulations and growing dependence on foreign cloud vendors. In this whitepaper we explore the strategic role of European data storage in strengthening control, compliance and continuity.

The legal basis of the Data Privacy Framework is under pressure due to recent political developments in the United States. In this white paper we analyze what that means for European – and specifically Dutch – organizations using U.S. cloud services. You will gain insight into the continuing scope of the CLOUD Act and FISA 702, the weakened position of supervisory bodies such as the PCLOB and the risks to AVG compliance. In addition, we will discuss what steps organizations can take toward greater digital sovereignty, including hybrid infrastructures, data classification and on-premises storage strategies.

Recent political shifts in the US are putting the Data Privacy Framework (DPF) at risk and forcing European organizations to act. This whitepaper provides an in-depth analysis of the legal and practical implications of the weakened data protection structure between the EU and the US. You will discover what direct risks companies face when using US cloud services and what strategic, technical and organizational measures are needed to ensure digital sovereignty and GDPR compliance. From risk assessment and encryption to hybrid cloud strategies – learn how to future-proof your data infrastructure.

Discover how organizations can strengthen their backup strategy with S3-compatible object storage combined with Veeam. This whitepaper provides an in-depth analysis of the benefits, challenges and nuances of object storage as a primary backup location. From scalability and immutability to performance considerations and storage capacity, learn how modern organizations can take full advantage of object storage without compromising on security and speed. In addition, alternative solutions such as Silent Bricks will be discussed for an even higher level of security.

Find out how municipalities can store and secure digital information sustainably with a future-proof e-depot. This white paper provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges surrounding digital archiving, such as legal obligations, data integrity and accessibility. It also presents practical solutions for secure and efficient implementation, including technologies such as Silent Cubes and Silent Bricks. Learn how government agencies can protect their digital heritage from data loss and unwanted changes while complying with regulations and ensuring optimal accessibility.

Explore the risks of generative AI and discover how companies can turn these challenges into opportunities. This whitepaper provides a comprehensive analysis of key threats, such as hallucinations, data leakage and shadow AI, and presents practical solutions, including local AI systems such as Silent AI. Learn how organizations can combine technology and guidelines to securely implement generative AI and ensure maximum data protection without compromising on innovation and efficiency.

Find out how active WORM archives can help manage the complexity and cost of data backup while increasing security. With the growth of digital data and increase in cyberattacks, this white paper shows the importance of an active WORM archive for sustainable, secure storage. It illustrates how the move to hardware-based immutability and intelligent archive systems, such as Silent Cubes, strengthens data loss protection without sacrificing accessibility and efficiency.

Find out how to protect backups from ransomware attacks by implementing advanced strategies that include isolation and additional access rights security. Learn about the importance of separating backup management from general access rights and using technologies such as continuous snapshots and air gapping with the Silent Brick System to ensure reliable data recovery after an attack.

Find out how disk-based backups and features such as air gapping and immutability can protect companies from cyber threats, including ransomware. Learn about implementing zero trust and continuous snapshots to strengthen security while minimizing the impact on Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO).

Discover how sustainability within IT archives can be promoted through energy-efficient storage solutions and the implementation of sustainable hardware components. This white paper highlights the importance of reducing energy consumption and choosing modular systems that both have a low carbon footprint and contribute to long-term archive retention. Understand the benefits of systems such as Silent Cubes and Silent Bricks, which play a key role in achieving a greener, cost-effective data storage strategy.

Find out how immutable storage can protect companies from modern cyberattacks by making data permanently immutable. This white paper highlights the application of immutability to object stores and the integration of automatic snapshots, WORM security, and air gapping to secure data from unauthorized changes. Understand how these methods contribute to a robust data protection strategy, essential for preventing loss or tampering by cyber threats.

Discover the financial impact of ransomware attacks, including the hidden costs far beyond the ransom. This white paper highlights the five biggest financial risks for businesses, government organizations and healthcare institutions, with a focus on downtime, double extortion, recovery costs, loss of reputation, and the need for a robust backup strategy to avoid high recovery costs. Learn how a well-prepared organization is essential to minimize the financial and operational impact of ransomware.

Discover how the complexity of backup environments is increasing due to the threat of ransomware and the need for advanced backup strategies that take into account rapid recovery, scalability, security, and offline storage media. This white paper discusses the challenges of protecting backups in today’s cyber landscape, with a focus on minimizing the Recovery Time Objective (RTO), ensuring the scalability and security of disk-based systems, and the importance of air gapping with offline backup media.

Find out how the transition from tape-based backups to modern Silent Brick systems enables a resilient backup and disaster recovery strategy without the limitations of tape. This white paper explores the benefits of Silent Bricks, including enhanced protection against ransomware, higher storage capacity, and the ability for air gapping, while lowering the total cost of ownership and increasing flexibility within IT infrastructures.