The bedrock of any plan is having back up, and part of that plan should be keeping all your computer back-up tapes, Magnetic Media Tapes in secure off-site storage.
Should the worst happen, we can help your business back on its feet within hours. What we offer… GPS-tracked collections and deliveries from storage facilities near you Secure storage with 24/7 security entry systems and CCTV.
A stable environment with temperature and humidity control Inergen™ Premier fire suppression system – the ‘greenest’ of suppressant gases. As well as desktop control through online tracking software, which enables access at the touch of a button, audit trails and proof of unbroken chain of custody.
Why is secure tape and media storage important for long‑term data protection?
Tape and removable media continue to play a vital role in protecting critical information. For many organisations, tapes are used as part of long‑term data retention, backup and disaster recovery strategies, providing an additional layer of resilience alongside digital systems.
The video highlights how secure tape and media storage helps organisations manage these assets safely and consistently. From the point tapes are collected, each item is tracked and handled through controlled processes designed to protect data integrity and maintain a clear audit trail.
Media is stored in secure, purpose‑built facilities that protect against environmental risks such as fire, flood, temperature fluctuations and unauthorised access. This ensures data remains protected and retrievable whenever it is required, whether for routine restoration, audits or long‑term retention.
Access to stored media is managed carefully, with clear request and delivery processes in place. This allows organisations to retrieve tapes when needed, while maintaining confidence that data is handled securely at every stage of its lifecycle.
Tape and media storage services are designed to be flexible as requirements change. As data volumes grow or retention obligations evolve, storage and handling processes can scale accordingly, without placing additional strain on internal teams or infrastructure.
Secure tape and media storage helps organisations to:
- Protect critical backup and archival data
- Maintain clear tracking and audit trails
- Reduce environmental and security risks
- Support disaster recovery and business continuity
- Manage long‑term data retention confidently
By placing tape and media assets in a secure, controlled environment, organisations can strengthen their data protection strategies and ensure information remains safe, accessible and well managed over time.