OneDrive for Business: The many ways virtualizing your file storage in the cloud can avert disasters 

Automatic File Protections: Your Safety Net in the Cloud 

Data loss often happens in unexpected ways—accidental deletions, malware attacks, or even spilled coffee on a laptop. If your business relies on local storage for data, the risk of data loss is high and recovery can be a nightmare. OneDrive for Business eliminates this risk by automatically saving all of your important files to the cloud without changing how you find, open, save or organizae your files. 

• Same File Explorer Experience, But Improved: File OneDrive folder redirection, you can save, open, browse, search, and manage your files on your Windows PC exactly as you always have and let OneDrive manage the synchronization of files to the cloud for you. 

• Version History: Need to recover an older version of a document? OneDrive maintains version history for up to 500 versions, ensuring you never lose valuable work. 

• Recycle Bin Protection: Deleted files aren’t gone forever. OneDrive keeps them in a recycle bin for 93 days, providing ample time for recovery. 

• Seamless Syncing Across Devices: Whether you’re working from a laptop, tablet, or smartphone, your files stay synchronized, allowing you to pick up right where you left off. Need to work on documents when you’re not connected to the Internet? Simply set OneDrive to always cache copies of the files locally, and you can keep working wherever you travel, and OneDrive will resynce your changes the next time you connect. 

Without reliable data storage solutions, your business is always one mishap away from major disruptions. OneDrive’s built-in file protection helps ensure business continuity by keeping your data safe and accessible. Do you need additional data protections? Extend the inherent protection provided by OneDrive with additional assurance by using powerful cloud-native OneDrive backup services like Axcient X360Cloud to add immutable data backups with multi-year data retention, offsite cloud storage, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and granular file level recovery tools, 

Effortless File Sharing: Keeping Teams Connected 

Smooth collaboration is the backbone of any successful business. But outdated file-sharing methods—like email attachments—can lead to version control nightmares and security risks. OneDrive for Business revolutionizes file sharing with real-time collaboration and advanced security controls. 

• Anywhere, Anytime Access: Employees can securely access files from any location, reducing downtime due to office closures, travel, or remote work. 

• Real-Time Co-Authoring: Team members can collaborate on documents simultaneously in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, eliminating confusion over multiple file versions. 

• Granular Sharing Controls: Not all files should be shared equally. With OneDrive, you can restrict access to specific users, set expiration dates for shared links, and prevent unauthorized downloads. 

• Secure External Sharing: Need to send documents to clients or vendors? OneDrive’s password-protected links and permissions settings ensure data stays in the right hands. 

By streamlining collaboration and reducing file duplication issues, OneDrive helps businesses work efficiently and maintain productivity—even in crisis situations. 

Data Recovery & Ransomware Protection: Your Business’s Lifeline 

Cyber threats are a growing concern for businesses of all sizes. Ransomware attacks can lock your files and demand hefty payouts to restore access. With OneDrive for Business, you have a built-in safety net against these threats. 

• File Restore Feature: If your data is compromised, OneDrive’s File Restore lets you roll back your entire library to a previous version from the last 30 days. 

• Ransomware Detection & Recovery: OneDrive automatically detects unusual activity, such as a mass file encryption event, and alerts you to potential ransomware threats. If an attack occurs, you can restore files to a clean state with just a few clicks. 

• Advanced Security & Compliance: With multi-factor authentication (MFA), encryption, and integration with Microsoft Defender, your files are protected against cybercriminals. 

For businesses, time is money, and every second of downtime counts. OneDrive’s robust recovery features mean you can bounce back from security incidents quickly—without losing valuable data or operational momentum.