We use the solution as an enterprise product. We use it as a backup.
Cohesity NetBackup Enterprise
Cohesity, Inc.External reviews
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Easy to use with good virtualization and good data protection
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
I've used the solution to manage projects that need backup solutions. Sometimes, for example, a company may need to change all hardware and need to back up the product. Sometimes projects like those can be very big and quite a challenge.
What is most valuable?
The solution is very easy to use. I'm comfortable with it.
Its virtualization is very good.
We use the solution with Netgear.
It's very easy to replicate data across our cloud environments. We've tested it with multiple clouds, including Azure and Alibaba, and it works well.
The product is very flexible in terms of deployment and recovery times.
All of the data we use is connected to the network. They are immutable. We use, for example, Data Domain and Veritas appliances. Any kind of backup can be imported.
It's good at providing data protection across multiple cloud environments. However, we are just testing it for small amounts of data. So far, it's been very easy.
We have a clustered master server and geographic clouds, and it keeps the data very safe. It's easy to manage it. We can switch over to a disaster site very easily.
It's helped us consolidate from other tools and applications.
The solution frees up our staff for our employees. It helps us save time. We've saved more than 20% per day as we try to use automation capabilities. Many processes and APIs are automated and that saves us from manual work.
We've saved a lot of costs related to backup and recovery.
What needs improvement?
It would be nice if reporting was a bit easier. On the newer version, Veritas reports are difficult. We are using the report tool and it's so hard to create any report.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for a long time. I've used it for 15 years or so.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable. I'd rate it nine out of ten. We use a geographic cluster and it's mostly stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is very good. I'd rate it ten out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
Sometimes we do need professional help from our support. I'd like to see more support in our time zone. Sometimes we have problems accessing professionals on the support team. Sometimes we have to wait a long time, which isn't acceptable as we work with a financial company and problems are often an emergency.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We did previously use EMC Networker and CA Bright Store. We switched as this product covers all of our needs.
How was the initial setup?
The initial deployment was very easy.
It's a good idea to do some planning before beginning. You need a plan you can follow step by step. That's always our team strategy. Before we start, we have a plan, check it with everyone, and then move through the process. We might be planning the operation for two months. However, we often work with big domains. It's often a big operation for us.
We tend to have four people handling the deployment. We can handle big environments and multiple locations.
There is maintenance required once it is implemented. A minimum of two people tend to be required to maintain the solution.
What about the implementation team?
In the beginning, we may have used an integrator, however, now we are comfortable with the process and procedures and can manage it.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I don't have any insights in relation to the pricing.
What other advice do I have?
I'm a customer and end-user. We have various setups. Some are on the cloud, some are a hybrid.
One of our policies, when we are working with the bank, is to use other tools and not just one.
I'd rate the solution ten out of ten. I trust the product. It's reliable. I like working with it. I'd invite others to work with it as well.