Portland-based MLS team enhances data protection and operational efficiency with Covenant and Acronis.
The Portland Timbers needed unified data protection for business operations and competitive soccer data. Multiple backup solutions created inefficiencies across on-premises and Microsoft 365 environments. Through their #TeamUp partnership with Covenant Technology Solutions, the Timbers implemented Acronis to consolidate data protection.
KEY CHALLENGES
- Multiple backup solutions, including Veeam and native Windows backup, created complexity.
- Time-consuming compliance reporting across disparate systems.
- Diverse IT environments such as Microsoft 365 and virtual machines were difficult to protect.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Single platform for on-premises and cloud backup management.
- Rapid disaster recovery capabilities to ensure business continuity.
- A dedicated partner with Microsoft 365 expertise and sports industry understanding.
THE SOLUTION
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud with Backup, Microsoft 365 protection and Disaster Recovery.
THE IMPACT
- Simplified data protection management with a single, unified console for on-premises and Microsoft 365 backups.
- Streamlined compliance reporting for cybersecurity insurance and audits.
- Maintained the same cybersecurity insurance rate for up to four years with robust backup and disaster recovery.
- Saved IT resources, which enabled staff to focus on core stadium and team operations.
LOOKING AHEAD WITH COVENANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
Covenant Technology Solutions partners with the Portland Timbers and Acronis to enhance operations across Microsoft Teams and modern collaboration expansion, cloud desktops, cybersecurity and AI-ready environments, creating secure foundations for future digital innovation.
“This partnership has really enabled us to focus on our core projects around the stadium and with the team. We have a system in place that allows us to maintain data protection with very little effort on our part.”