The public sector is in the middle of a major shift as more and more leaders recognize that social media and government communication go hand in hand. And for good reason. When used strategically, social media can help governments to connect with the public, provide updates on policies and initiatives, and share information and urgent […]
Cloud Archiving Solution vs. On-Premise Archive Storage
Data archiving is essential for organizations to meet compliance standards, optimize storage, and streamline access to historical records. But businesses often face a dilemma — should they invest in on-premises archiving or opt for a cloud solution? This article breaks down the differences, financing models, benefits, and trends to help you make an informed decision. […]
Data Retention Policy Explained: A Comprehensive Overview
Data is one of the most precious resources in the world today. Some even consider it more valuable than oil. It’s so valuable that almost all data being generated and exchanged is being stored by businesses for various purposes. But, there are certain laws governing what your organization can do with data, and even more […]
Microsoft Exchange Archiving vs. Third-Party Tools
Despite advancements in communication tools, email remains the most widely used business communication channel across industries. Microsoft Exchange continues to dominate the enterprise email space, with many organizations relying on its built-in Exchange archive functionality to manage email retention. However, while Exchange archive features offer basic storage and retention, they aren’t designed with regulatory compliance, […]
Email Archive Migration: Challenges, Best Practices and Solutions
Most organizations, particularly in regulated industries, have implemented some form of email archiving over the past 20 years. But what happens when a company decides to change the archiving provider or upgrade to a new solution? How can you future-proof (and continue using) your existing archived data? This is where legacy system migration becomes critical […]
HIPAA Email Compliance and Archiving: What You Need to Know
In hospitals, clinics, and health insurance companies, email is among the most used communication channels containing confidential and sensitive patient information. All of this information is governed by HIPAA compliance, and violations are costly — the total HIPAA fines have amounted to $144,878,972.00 since 2003, the year federal enforcement of the HIPAA Privacy Rule first […]
Top 5 Microsoft Purview Alternatives to Consider
Many organizations turn to the Microsoft Purview compliance portal as a default option, especially if they’re already on Microsoft 365. Purview offers tools for compliance, data governance, and ediscovery — all under one umbrella. But for IT and compliance teams in heavily regulated sectors like finance or government, Purview doesn’t always deliver everything they need. […]
Top 5 Smarsh Competitors to Consider for Better Archiving
Smarsh is a household name in the data archiving industry, providing archiving, compliance, and information management services to the financial industry and government sector. In 2025, it was named a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance and Archiving Solutions. However, despite its recognized leadership in the industry, Smarsh is not a […]
Top 5 Google Vault Alternatives to Consider for Email Archiving
Created by the tech giant, Google Vault has, for many years, been a favorite email archiving solution among US government organizations. It was especially favored by school districts because of its free inclusion in the Google for Education package. But in recent years, many companies and government agencies have been looking for a Google Vault […]
How to Choose the Right Social Media Archiving Software
Finding the right social media archiving software is a big decision, especially for organizations in regulated sectors. As rules around digital communications tighten and social media becomes a go-to channel for official updates, having a dependable, scalable, and compliant archiving solution is no longer optional. Whether you’re working in government, healthcare, insurance, or finance, your […]
