In 2026, every business in Whatcom County — from healthcare clinics to manufacturers to law firms — faces real risks of data loss. The question is no longer *if* you’ll need backups, but how quickly and reliably you can recover.

The Rising Risks in 2026

  • Ransomware attacks are faster and more targeted than ever.
  • Hardware failures and accidental deletions still happen daily.
  • Human error remains one of the leading causes of data loss.

Why Traditional Backups Are No Longer Enough

Many businesses still rely on external hard drives, NAS devices, or outdated tape backups. These solutions are slow to recover from, vulnerable to ransomware (if connected to the network), and often fail when you need them most.

Benefits of Modern Cloud Backups

Fast Recovery

Restore files, folders, or entire systems in minutes — not days.

Ransomware Protection

Immutable (unchangeable) backups prevent attackers from encrypting your recovery copies.

Offsite & Automatic

Backups run automatically and are stored securely offsite with no manual intervention needed.

Hinet’s Approach

We deploy cloud backup solutions that can be up and running in minutes, with pricing starting at just $25 per user/month when bundled with our managed IT services. Fast setup. Reliable recovery. Local support when you need it.