Synology, a leading data management and security solution service provider, recently organized a media and live session showcase presentation in Kuala Lumpur in anticipation of World Backup Day happening on 31 March 2024.
The event focused on addressing the evolving landscape of data management and security trends, particularly in the context of the Malaysian market.
"Synology experienced an impressive 50% market growth last year, driven mainly by the increasing demand from SMBs and enterprises. The surge in demand for Synology's backup solutions, exceeding 20%, can be attributed to Malaysia's emergence as a prominent data center hub in the region." said Jason Sin, Country Manager at Synology Malaysia.
With the enforcement of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) continuing to shape data management practices for businesses in Malaysia, the Synology event shed light on the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adhering to stricter data governance requirements.
These include data breach notification protocols, data subject rights management, and the appointment of Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in certain cases.
The event also addressed pressing cybersecurity concerns, including recent data breaches such as the Maxis and YouTutor incident, ransomware attacks targeting Malaysian businesses, and cloud security risks associated with data residency and provider trustworthiness.
During the presentation, Jason Sin showcased three critical phases of a robust data protection process using Synology's dedicated solutions:
• Prevention for ransomware attacks: Secure Signin
This feature verifies sign-ins using multiple methods, including approved sign-ins, verification codes (OTP), and hardware security keys. With that, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and potential ransomware attacks.
• Centralized data protection alleviating deployment burdens: Active Backup for Business
This all-in-one data protection solution provides centralize protection across diverse IT environments. Synology showcased how administrators can efficiently deploy and manage data protection strategies through a centralized admin console, ensuring comprehensive backup coverage and seamless continuity of operations.
• Key to effective backup: Comprehensive, streamlined data recovery: Snapshot Replication
This feature efficiently streamlines data recovery, providing robust backup capabilities against threats like accidental deletion and viruses.
Administrators can also configure scheduled snapshots and retention settings, ensuring efficient data management and recovery, even in scenarios where ransomware attacks occur.
Synology presented its complete product lines, catering to both individual users and ur enterprise-level storage and data protection solutions. From entry-level storage solutions to robust enterprise-grade systems, Synology showcased its commitment to providing reliable, scalable, and comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses.
"Synology is poised for another year of significant growth in the enterprise segment, as the market is focusing on new technologies and the associated storage and backup requirements." said Jason.
"We are excited to announce that we have more innovative solutions and hardware in the pipeline for later this year. Stay tuned for updates, as these upcoming releases will empower businesses to effectively navigate the evolving landscape of data challenges in the future," said Joanne Weng, Director of the Department of International Business at Synology.
For more information, visit Synology's official website.