Network configuration management is a set of tools or capabilities that support network engineers in performing their day-to-day roles in managing the lifecycle of network devices, including monitoring, maintaining, and updating configurations. These solutions are meant to improve team efficiency and reduce manual errors that result from the tedious task of device administration. Key components […]
At BackBox, we discuss automation as if it’s the best choice for everyone without questioning why that may be the case. We talk about features, and we have the best backup solution, among other things. Why would you automate? What are you doing today that would benefit from some automation, particularly the kind that aligns
We’ve explained the difference between traditional and modern approaches to network configuration management and the features to look for in a solution. Here, we thought we’d share a few questions network and security teams often ask, and you may also be wondering about them. 1. What is the impact of automation on our internal processes?
BackBox is thrilled to announce that the latest innovation in our network cyber resilience platform, BackBox 8.0, will soon be available! To learn about the release, you can register for our upcoming webinar or visit our What’s New page. As we have journeyed with our customers and partners over the past year, we have noticed
Originally shared on April 24, 2025, by ITProToday, Network Computing Virtual Event, and edited for length and clarity. This event focused on best practices and strategies for building resilient networks that can withstand disruptions. BackBox CEO, Rekha Shenoy, addressed this during a fireside chat, emphasizing the importance of automating manual processes to reduce downtime costs
Originally shared on March 27, 2025, by ITProToday, Information Week Virtual Event and edited for length and clarity. This event focused on cyber resilience in 2025 and explored strategies for maintaining business continuity. BackBox CEO, Rekha Shenoy, addressed this challenge during a fireside chat, highlighting that cyber resilience necessitates a more continuous approach to remediation.
Deanna Darah of TechTarget wrote an interesting article: “Reasons to Build and Buy Network Automation Tools”. We agree with her that most organizations will end up with both – once they reach a mature state of network automation. But at BackBox, we recommend flipping the approach so that you buy and then build. A good way to
The World has Changed Another year and another World Backup Day is fast approaching on March 31st. Originally aimed at preventing hardware-driven data loss, the purpose of World Backup Day has evolved. Now, backups serve as a crucial defense against ransomware, emphasizing the importance of data protection, threat intelligence, and resilience. It has transformed from
Network teams and the devices they manage are not the usual audience for discussions about ransomware. Ransomware affects endpoints and is often the purview of IT administrators and security teams. However, once data is encrypted and/or stolen, the costs of a ransomware attack snowball – as much as 1,000 times higher than if an incident
Originally published in Help Net Security on February 27, 2025 According to Gartner, 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities by 2026. You’ve thought about network automation because you understand it would enable you to engage in more impactful work, but it has been sidelined because you always seem pressed