Westport-Based Vendor Expands Backup Platform into Microsoft 365 Ecosystem
What happened
Slide, a backup vendor based in Westport, Connecticut, is expanding its platform into the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. The company is targeting Managed Service Providers (MSPs) with its new capabilities for protecting SaaS data. Invite-only summits are currently underway to preview the Microsoft 365 backup features, with a broader release planned for early next year.
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Why it matters
The move is part of Slide’s strategy to create a unified backup platform that addresses how MSPs manage data across various on-premises and cloud environments. This expansion into the Microsoft 365 ecosystem is significant for the business continuity and disaster recovery market segment.
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Who's involved
- MicrosoftAmerican multinational technology corporation targeted by the expansion
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Westport
town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States
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