Cloudempiere

Introducing Planned Backup: Reliable Data Protection Made Simple

Oct 29, 2015

We proudly introduce a Planned Backup feature, which allows customers to back up their data as frequently and precisely as they want.

Built on Robust Infrastructure

Our backup functionality is powered by Amazon EC2’s multi-AZ (Availability Zone) feature. This ensures your data is securely stored across multiple sites globally, providing unparalleled resilience and reliability.

For more details, visit the Amazon IaaS website.

What Does “Backup” Really Mean?

As defined by TechTarget, “Backup is the activity of copying files or databases so that they will be preserved in case of equipment failure or other catastrophes.” Backups are essential for businesses of all sizes, providing peace of mind in the face of unforeseen data loss events.

Our Policy: Freedom and Independence

We believe in empowering our customers with choices. Our backup solution ensures that you can:

  • Create and customize backup strategies to suit your needs.
  • Leave the service anytime, retaining complete independence.

Whether you transition to another cloud provider or move to a private software solution, Cloudempiere ensures your data remains secure and accessible throughout the process.

Customers can back up data on a daily, weekly, or custom schedule, giving them flexibility and full control.

How to Use the Backup Feature

  1. Log In and Access the Backup Panel
    After logging into Cloudempiere, locate the [Backup Data] icon on your dashboard.

  2. Set Up Your Backup Policy
    Customize your data retention strategy with predefined schemes or create your own custom schedule.

  3. Monitor and Manage Backups:

    • Backup Schemes: Define the format and processes for retrieving your data (e.g., SQL queries).
    • Backup Workflows: Set up periodic or one-time backup processes.
    • Backup History: Review detailed logs and stored data instances.

  4. Backup Storage
    Once the backup process is complete, your data will be securely stored in an Amazon S3 encrypted bucket with an expiration date. A confirmation email with a ZIP file containing all necessary security settings and XML data will be sent to your registered email address.

After Receiving Your Data

Once you’ve downloaded your backup, consider these best practices:

  1. Store Safely: Save your data on local devices (e.g., CD/DVD, NAS drives) or with third-party cloud providers like Dropbox or Azure.
  2. Migrate or Process Data: Use tools to read XML files for migration or generating local reports.

Learn more about handling XML files:

Looking Ahead: Future Plans

We plan to enhance the Backup feature with support for additional formats like JSON and CSV, providing greater flexibility. Future updates will also focus on adding attachments and expanding backup capabilities to meet evolving business needs.

Conclusion

With the new Cloudempiere Backup feature, we provide a simple, flexible, and robust solution for protecting your data. Whether you're securing your information for business continuity or planning for migration, our feature offers peace of mind and full control over your data.

Start your journey toward reliable backups today with Cloudempiere.