Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are responsible for keeping their clients’ data secure, accessible, and protected against unforeseen disasters. Many turn to Veeam as a trusted backup and disaster recovery solution; however, while Veeam is a powerful tool, it’s not a turnkey solution. MSPs that rely solely on Veeam often find themselves managing complex infrastructure, dealing with hidden costs, and shouldering the burden of compliance and security.
This creates a significant challenge: how can MSPs provide reliable backup and disaster recovery without getting bogged down in infrastructure management? The answer lies in Veeam-as-a-Service from Cloudsmart. By offloading infrastructure and maintenance support, MSPs can focus on growing their business while enabling their clients’ data to remain protected.
Let’s explore why Veeam alone isn’t enough, how Cloudsmart simplifies backup and disaster recovery, and the key business benefits MSPs gain by leveraging a streamlined, infrastructure-supported solution.
Why Veeam Alone Isn’t Enough
Veeam is widely recognized as a best-in-class backup and disaster recovery solution, but many MSPs quickly realize that using it effectively requires more than just licensing the software. While Veeam provides powerful backup capabilities, it still demands ongoing management, infrastructure maintenance, and expert oversight—tasks that can drain valuable time and resources.
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Self-Managed Complexity
Veeam is not a “set it and forget it” solution. MSPs must configure, monitor, and maintain backup jobs to ensure data is properly protected. This requires:
- Managing on-premises or cloud-based storage infrastructure.
- Regular software updates, patches, and performance tuning.
For MSPs juggling multiple clients, this hands-on management can become overwhelming, leading to inefficiencies and potential service gaps.
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Hidden Costs of Infrastructure & Licensing
Many MSPs underestimate the true cost of running Veeam in-house. Beyond licensing fees, they also need to invest in:
- Storage and hardware: On-prem servers or cloud storage for backups.
- Security & compliance measures: Encryption, access controls, and audits.
These costs add up quickly, often reducing the profitability of backup services and forcing MSPs to either pass expenses onto clients or absorb them.
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Security & Compliance Risks
Handling sensitive client data comes with serious security and compliance obligations. Misconfigurations or overlooked security settings can leave businesses exposed to ransomware, data breaches, or regulatory fines. Without dedicated expertise in data protection and compliance standards like HIPAA, CMMC, or SOC 2, MSPs may struggle to ensure their backups are fully secure and compliant.
How Cloudsmart Simplifies Backup & Disaster Recovery
For MSPs that want to offer robust backup and disaster recovery without the burden of managing their own infrastructure, Cloudsmart’s Veeam-as-a-Service provides the ideal solution. By handling infrastructure and security support, Cloudsmart allows MSPs to focus on growing their business while ensuring their clients’ data remains safe and recoverable.
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Simplified Infrastructure Support
One of the biggest challenges of using Veeam independently is managing the infrastructure required for effective backups. Cloudsmart helps to alleviate this issue by providing:
- Scalable cloud storage
- Redundant and secure data centers
- Automated updates and maintenance
By handling infrastructure and storage, Cloudsmart allows MSPs to avoid the overhead of managing it themselves, eliminating hardware costs, configuration headaches, and long-term scalability issues.
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Security & Compliance Built-In
Data security is a top priority, and Veeam-as-a-Service is built with compliance and cybersecurity best practices in mind. MSPs get:
- End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest.
- Access controls and compliance support for industries requiring HIPAA, SOC 2, or GDPR adherence.
- Ransomware protection with immutable backups and disaster recovery strategies.
With Cloudsmart supporting security and compliance, MSPs can confidently offer backup services that meet the highest standards—without needing in-house expertise.
The Business Benefits for MSPs
By leveraging Veeam-as-a-Service, MSPs can transform their backup and disaster recovery offerings into a seamless, profitable, and scalable service. Instead of dealing with the complexity of infrastructure management, MSPs can focus on growing their business while delivering top-tier data protection to their clients.
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Reduce Operational Overhead
Managing backup and disaster recovery in-house requires significant resources, including:
- IT staff to monitor and maintain infrastructure.
- Ongoing investments in hardware, storage, and security measures.
With Cloudsmart supporting infrastructure and security, MSPs can cut down on internal workload and costs, allowing their teams to focus on high-value services.
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Scalability & Flexibility
One of the biggest challenges MSPs face when managing their own Veeam infrastructure is scaling their services efficiently. As client needs grow, so do storage requirements, security concerns, and compliance obligations.
With Cloudsmart’s Veeam-as-a-Service, MSPs gain:
- Flexible storage options that scale up or down as needed.
- Seamless expansion without needing additional infrastructure investments.
- The ability to serve businesses of all sizes without worrying about storage limits or infrastructure bottlenecks.
This built-in scalability means MSPs can confidently take on new clients and larger workloads without the fear of outgrowing their backup capabilities.
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Increased Profitability
Backup and disaster recovery services can be highly profitable—if they don’t come with massive overhead costs. MSPs that self-manage Veeam often see profits shrink due to:
- Expensive infrastructure maintenance.
- Unpredictable storage and hardware costs.
Instead of struggling with rising costs, MSPs can turn backup and disaster recovery into a high-value, high-margin offering that strengthens their client relationships.
How to Get Started with Cloudsmart
Switching to a Cloudsmart-supported Veeam as a Service solution is a seamless process designed to eliminate complexity while ensuring business continuity for MSPs and their clients.
Here’s how MSPs can get started:
Step 1: Schedule a Consultation
The first step is to assess your current backup and disaster recovery setup. Cloudsmart’s experts will help you:
- Evaluate your existing Veeam configuration and identify inefficiencies.
- Determine storage and security needs based on your client base.
- Discuss compliance requirements and data protection goals.
This no-obligation consultation provides MSPs with a clear roadmap for optimizing their backup services.
Step 2: Seamless Migration & Setup
Cloudsmart ensures a smooth transition from self-managed Veeam infrastructure to a Cloudsmart-supported solution designed to reduce infrastructure complexity. This includes:
- Data migration assistance to move backups securely with minimal disruption.
- Custom configurations tailored to your MSP’s needs.
- Testing & validation to confirm backups are secure and fully operational.
With Cloudsmart handling the technical setup, MSPs don’t have to worry about downtime or migration headaches.
Step 3: Enjoy Streamlined Backup & Disaster Recovery
Once onboarded, MSPs gain immediate access to Cloudsmart’s comprehensive support services, including:
- 24/7 support & troubleshooting – Cloudsmart’s team is always available to resolve any issues.
- Scalable storage & security – Adjust backup resources as client needs evolve.
This streamlined approach allows MSPs to offer top-tier backup and disaster recovery without the operational burden of managing infrastructure.
The Bottom Line
For MSPs, backup and disaster recovery are critical services, but managing them in-house can be costly, complex, and time-consuming.
With Cloudsmart’s Veeam infrastructure and support services, MSPs can offer premium backup and disaster recovery services without the typical headaches—all while improving client satisfaction and business scalability.
Ready to Simplify Backup & Disaster Recovery?
Contact Cloudsmart today to learn how Veeam-as-a-Service can transform your backup strategy, reduce costs, and help you focus on growing your business.