Backup Policy

Purpose
The Backup Policy ensures Melrose Labs’ critical data is securely backed up, retained, and recoverable to protect against data loss or corruption.
Scope
Applies to all business-critical data, including databases, application data, system configurations, and cloud storage.
Backup Strategy
• Backup Frequency: Regular automated backups of critical systems.
• Backup Locations: Backups are stored in secure, geographically separate locations.
• Backup Retention: Backups are retained based on business and compliance requirements.
• Encryption: All backups are encrypted to prevent unauthorised access.
Backup Types
• Full Backups: Performed periodically for comprehensive data protection.
• Incremental Backups: Captures only changes since the last backup.
• Offsite Backups: Ensures redundancy and disaster recovery readiness.
Backup Testing & Validation
• Regular testing of backup integrity to confirm successful restoration.
• Periodic review and updates of backup procedures to meet evolving needs.
Access & Security
• Access to backup data is restricted to authorised personnel only.
• Logs are maintained for all backup and restoration activities.
• Protection against ransomware and malicious access is enforced.
Compliance & Review
• Backup policies are reviewed annually for compliance with industry standards.
• Updates are implemented based on regulatory changes and business needs.