In a remarkable achievement, Dell Technologies has secured the position of a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Backup and Data Protection Platforms, marking the 20th consecutive time it has held this prestigious title. This accolade is a testament to Dell’s unwavering focus on innovation and its commitment to helping businesses navigate the complexities and threats of the digital landscape. Dell’s consistent recognition underscores its ability to deliver robust solutions that protect critical data against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.
Commitment to Cyber Resilience
Being recognized as a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant is not just a badge of honor; it reflects the deep trust and confidence that customers place in Dell Technologies. As cyber threats continue to grow in frequency and sophistication, Dell aims to protect what matters most to its clients while facilitating human progress through technological advancements. The company’s ongoing mission is to enhance cyber resilience, ensuring that businesses can withstand and recover from cyber incidents while maintaining operational continuity. According to a report from Statista, global cyberattacks have increased dramatically, highlighting the urgency for businesses to invest in advanced data protection solutions.
The Secure-Detect-Recover Framework
Dell Technologies has developed a comprehensive framework for data protection that emphasizes three key components: Secure, Detect, and Recover. This holistic approach ensures that organizations are well-prepared to defend against threats, identify vulnerabilities, and recover swiftly from incidents.
Secure: Building Strong Defenses
The first pillar of this framework is security. Dell’s data protection solutions are designed to provide comprehensive safeguards across data environments. This includes protecting information at various stages—from primary storage to long-term archiving and isolated recovery vaults. For instance, Dell’s Storage Direct Protection technology integrates with Dell PowerStore and PowerMax systems, allowing for direct data backups to PowerProtect Data Domain. The solution combines efficiency with security, ensuring that data is both backed up swiftly and safeguarded against potential threats.
Additionally, pivotal capabilities such as end-to-end encryption and immutable storage play a crucial role in maintaining data integrity. The encryption ensures that data remains secure during both transit and rest, while immutable storage protects critical backups from being altered or deleted, ensuring that clean data is always available for recovery.
Detect: Staying Ahead of Evolving Threats
The detect phase of the framework is vital for identifying threats early, allowing businesses to mitigate incidents before they escalate. Dell’s Anomaly Detection feature in PowerProtect Data Manager employs machine learning algorithms to assess backup metadata, swiftly identifying anomalies or suspicious activities. This proactive monitoring is essential for ensuring the safety of the data backup environment.
In tandem with this, PowerProtect Backup Services offer continuous scans of backup data to uncover hidden malware or malicious activities. If any threats are detected, the service automatically conducts an infection scope analysis and isolates the affected backup snapshots, minimizing potential damage.
Recover: Swift and Confident Restoration
Despite all preventive measures, breaches can still occur. The ability to recover rapidly defines true cyber resilience. Dell’s PowerProtect Cyber Recovery is designed to enhance recovery readiness by isolating critical data in secure cyber vaults resistant to sophisticated threats.
- The solution leverages AI-driven analytics, powered by CyberSense, to quickly analyze and identify uncorrupted versions of data. This allows businesses to restore data swiftly from verified backups after an incident.
- Utilizing PowerProtect Data Manager, businesses can streamline complex recovery scenarios, minimize downtime, and manage recovery workflows more efficiently.
- With a track record of supporting over 2,600 isolated cyber vaults globally, Dell’s expertise in cyber recovery is unparalleled. In fact, the state of Oklahoma utilizes PowerProtect Cyber Recovery to secure its critical data, showcasing how Dell solutions effectively transform resilience into reality.
Driving Innovation and Empowering Progress
Being proclaimed a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for two decades is a profound validation of Dell Technologies’ commitment to delivering reliable and cutting-edge data protection solutions. The company continually strives to innovate its offerings—defending against emerging threats, enhancing disaster recovery processes, and providing IT teams with real-time threat intelligence. As the digital landscape evolves, Dell stands ready to empower organizations with the tools they need to secure their data confidently and effectively.
To learn more about how Dell can assist in your journey toward cyber resilience, visit their website and discover the innovative solutions designed to protect your business’s most critical assets.
1 Based on Dell Technologies analysis, February 2025 Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platform.
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