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Data Protection

Staunch & Acronis: A New Era for Backup-as-a-Service

The Chennai-based IT leader achieves Acronis Gold Service Provider status, launching advanced cyber protection solutions for the Indian market.

August 1, 2025 Business Today Staff 6 min read
Staunch Technologies Data Protection Center
Staunch Technologies' state-of-the-art data protection facility in Chennai, where enterprise-grade backup solutions are managed 24x7. Photo: Business Today

The Chennai-based company has launched a feature-rich BaaS platform tailored for industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance, Logistics, and Government. The service uses Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, a unified platform that combines backup, anti-malware, and endpoint protection (source ). 💡 Data loss is not just a tech problem—it's a business survival issue. Our Backup-as-a-Service model ensures our clients are always one click away from full recovery.

With its recent recognition as an Acronis Gold Service Provider, Staunch is making headlines for delivering advanced, cost-effective, and scalable cloud backup and disaster recovery solutions to enterprises and SMBs alike.

Acronis Gold Service Provider

The Chennai-based company has launched a feature-rich BaaS platform tailored for industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance, Logistics, and Government. The service uses Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, a unified platform that combines backup, anti-malware, and endpoint protection (source ). 💡 Data loss is not just a tech problem—it's a business survival issue. Our Backup-as-a-Service model ensures our clients are always one click away from full recovery.

Data loss is not just a tech problem—it's a business survival issue. Our Backup-as-a-Service model ensures our clients are always one click away from full recovery.

Why Backup as a Service (BaaS) Is No Longer Optional

According to Gartner, 60% of companies that lose critical data shut down within six months. With the rise of ransomware, data breaches, and cloud failures, Backup as a Service has transitioned from a nice-to-have to a must-have.

Unlike traditional backup methods that rely on outdated hardware and manual processes, BaaS offers continuous, automated, and encrypted cloud-based backup, making it a secure and agile solution for modern businesses.

Enterprise-Grade BaaS Solutions

Staunch Technologies has positioned itself strategically to address the growing demand for reliable data protection services in India. The company's BaaS platform offers comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms and ensures compliance with local and international regulations (ISO 27001,GDPR,HIPAA).

"We believe backup is no longer just about storage—it's about cyber resilience. Our partnership with Acronis is enabling that vision," says the Head of Solutions at Staunch Technologies.

Acronis-Powered Backup: What Makes It Unique?

Military-Grade Security

Multi-Platform Coverage

  • Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android
  • Microsoft 365, Google Workspace
  • VMware, Hyper-V

Local & Global Compliance

  • GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001-compliant
  • Data centers in India
  • Regional data sovereignty

Real-Time Monitoring & Instant Recovery

Clients using Staunch's BaaS enjoy centralized dashboard and alerts, continuous backup with bare-metal restore, sub-hour Recovery Time Objectives (RTO), and SLA-driven data restoration performance. Whether it's an accidental file deletion or a ransomware lockdown, Staunch ensures minimal business disruption and rapid disaster recovery NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

Custom Plans for All Business Sizes

With pay-as-you-go pricing, businesses only pay for the storage and protection they use. Staunch also provides white-labeled backup portals for IT resellers and MSPs, further extending its value chain.

The flexible pricing model makes enterprise-grade data protection accessible to startups and SMEs, while also providing scalable solutions for large enterprises and government bodies.

As India's digital transformation accelerates, companies like Staunch Technologies are playing a crucial role in ensuring that businesses can operate securely and efficiently in the cloud-first economy. Their partnership with Acronis represents a significant step forward in making world-class data protection services available to Indian businesses across all sectors.


Frequently asked questions


  • What is Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS)?

    BaaS is a cloud-based service that provides automated, continuous, and encrypted backup of critical business data. It ensures rapid disaster recovery, minimal downtime, and regulatory compliance.


  • Why should Indian businesses adopt BaaS?

    With rising cyber threats, ransomware attacks, and compliance requirements like GDPR and HIPAA, BaaS ensures business continuity, secure data storage, and regulatory adherence (Gartner, 2025).


  • How does Staunch Technologies’ BaaS differ from traditional backup?

    Unlike manual or hardware-based backups, Staunch’s BaaS provides AI-driven ransomware protection, multi-platform support, real-time monitoring, and instant recovery, offering enterprise-grade cyber resilience.


  • Which platforms are supported by Staunch & Acronis BaaS?

    Staunch & Acronis BaaS supports Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, VMware, and Hyper-V environments.


  • Is BaaS affordable for small businesses?

    Yes. Staunch provides pay-as-you-go pricing, allowing SMEs and startups to access enterprise-grade backup without large upfront investments.


  • How fast is data recovery with Staunch’s BaaS?

    Sub-hour Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and bare-metal restore capabilities ensure rapid recovery depending on the incident severity


  • How does Staunch ensure data security?

    Military-grade AES-256 encryption, zero-trust architecture, AI-driven ransomware protection, and compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA safeguard client data.


  • Can Staunch BaaS be customized for different business sizes?

    Yes. Plans are flexible with pay-as-you-go pricing and white-labeled portals for IT resellers and MSPs, catering to startups, SMEs, large enterprises, and government organizations.


  • Does Staunch BaaS support compliance for Indian data regulations?

    Yes. Staunch BaaS ensures local data compliance by hosting data in Indian data centers and adhering to ISO 27001 standards.


  • Is Staunch BaaS suitable for highly regulated industries like healthcare and finance?

    Absolutely. Staunch BaaS provides industry-specific compliance, AI-driven cybersecurity, and multi-platform support, making it ideal for healthcare, finance, government, and education sectors.


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