Veeam® Software, a global leader in data resilience, has announced the addition of disaster recovery orchestration for Microsoft Hyper-V within its Veeam Data Platform Premium offering. With this enhancement, the company expands data portability by providing a end-to-end planned data migration, ensuring a configuration with no data loss.
Advanced Orchestration for Hyper-V
Veeam Recovery Orchestrator optimizes the planning, testing, and execution of disaster recovery, enabling businesses to implement effective plans that minimize downtime. This functionality strengthens cyber resilience through the use of malware detection, proactive threat analysis, and scanning for indicators of compromise (IoC).
Available to customers of Veeam Data Platform Premium, the new functionality facilitates seamless migration of VMware vSphere environments to Microsoft Hyper-V, providing organizations with a secure and efficient transition to new hypervisors.
Key Benefits of Veeam Recovery Orchestrator
- Seamless data portability: Automates the movement of data between platforms, eliminating dependence on a specific vendor.
- Flexible migration: Allows switching to new hypervisors or cloud environments without requiring a new backup provider.
- Automation and governance: Establishes structured and documented processes that reduce costs and optimize migration times.
- Compatibility with VMware and Hyper-V: Facilitates a smooth transition by minimizing disruptions and protecting critical data.
Veeam’s Commitment to Data Resilience
John Jester, Chief Revenue Officer of Veeam, stated, “Our mission is to ensure that every customer has their data when and where they need it. The addition of orchestration for Hyper-V enhances recovery capabilities from any type of disruption, allowing for a planned transition without data loss.”
Meanwhile, Jim Ballowe, Chief Information Officer at Esquire Deposition Solutions, highlighted that Veeam Orchestrator enables quarterly testing to verify that all machines (Windows, Linux, and others) can be restored seamlessly. “We ensure that every system is back up and running, identifying areas for improvement in the process to meet compliance and ensure a competitive RTO,” Ballowe stated.
Availability and More Information
Veeam Data Platform Premium Edition, which includes Veeam Recovery Orchestrator v7.2, is now available.