Endpoint Backup
Datto Endpoint Backup is a cloud-based service that automatically backs up laptops and desktops, protecting user data from loss, device failure, accidental deletion and cyber incidents, with secure encryption, centralised management and fast recovery options.
Features
- Automated cloud backups for laptops and desktops
- Centralised web based management and monitoring console
- File and folder level restore for endpoint data
- Encrypted data transfer and secure cloud storage
- Scheduled backups with minimal device performance impact
- Versioned backups supporting point in time recovery
- Remote restore without physical device access required
- Scalable licensing for organisations of varying sizes
- No on premises infrastructure required to operate
- Supports Windows and macOS endpoint devices
Benefits
- Reduces data loss from device failure theft or accidental deletion
- Improves business continuity through rapid endpoint data recovery
- Reduces IT workload using automated backups and centralised management
- Supports remote working without dependence on office infrastructure
- Minimises downtime by restoring files quickly and efficiently
- Strengthens compliance through secure retention of business data
- Limits disruption caused by ransomware incidents or user error
- Simplifies endpoint protection without complex on premises infrastructure
- Improves user productivity through fast self service data recovery
- Scales easily as endpoint numbers grow or change
Pricing
- Education pricing available
- Free trial available
Service documents
Request an accessible format
Framework
G-Cloud 15
Service ID
8 7 5 9 5 1 3 5 2 3 1 0 6 6 8
Contact
IT Auxilium / GP IT Services / Health IT Services
Sales - Health IT Services
Telephone: 01223 827 410
Email: sales@healthitservices.co.uk
About your service
- Service categories
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Systems Infrastructure Software
Storage
Data replication and protection
- Data Protection Software
- Backup and Recovery Reporting Software
- Storage Replication Software
- Systems and Data Migration Software
- Replication Management Software
Archiving
- Email Archiving Software
- File and Other Archiving Software
Storage infrastructure and device management
- Storage Device Management Software
- Other Storage Management and Infrastructure Software
- Multi cloud support
- No
Service scope
- Software add-on or extension
- Yes, but can also be used as a standalone service
- What software services is the service an extension to
- Our service extends Datto’s cloud backup platform and integrates with endpoint operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and Apple macOS. It complements wider Datto data protection services and supports organisations already using Microsoft cloud services, without requiring changes to existing endpoint management or infrastructure platforms.
- Cloud deployment model
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- Public cloud
- Private cloud
- Hybrid cloud
- Service constraints
- The service is delivered as a cloud-based solution and support is provided remotely by GP IT Services and Datto. It protects data stored on supported endpoint devices only and does not include full device rebuild or disaster recovery capabilities. Backups run on a scheduled basis, so changes made between backup points may not be captured. The service requires supported Windows or macOS devices with an active internet connection and appropriate user permissions for the backup agent to operate correctly.
- System requirements
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- Supported endpoints running Microsoft Windows operating systems
- Supported endpoints running Apple macOS operating systems
- Active internet connection for backup and restore operations
- Datto Endpoint Backup licence assigned per protected device
- Installed Datto backup agent with appropriate user permissions
- Modern web browser for administrative access and management
- Sufficient local storage for temporary backup processing
- User accounts permitted to run background backup services
User support
- Email or online ticketing support
- Yes
- Support response times
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08:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday, excluding Bank and Public Holidays. 24x7 cover if the client has OOH support add-on.
30 min to 4 hour response dependent on priority call:
P1 - 30 mins,
P2 - 2 hours,
P3 - 4 hours
P4 - 4 hours - User can manage status and priority of support tickets
- Yes
- Online ticketing support accessibility
- None or don’t know
- Phone support
- Yes
- Phone support availability
- 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
- Web chat support
- Yes
- Web chat support availability
- 24 hours, 7 days a week
- Web chat support accessibility standard
- None or don’t know
- How the web chat support is accessible
- Web chat is available once logged into our Support Portal. Users can ask questions and the bot will either signpost to the necessary support article or suggestion a resolution based on it's learning from tickets logged/resolution notes/ongoing learning the bot undertakes. The bot will not provide data or information from other customers, but may use learning from others to help support an answer.
- Web chat accessibility testing
- Users can use speech to text in order to detail their issues and respond.
- Onsite support
- Yes, at extra cost
- Support levels
- We provide three support levels to meet different operational needs. Standard Support is included as part of the service and offers business-hours access to the service desk, incident logging, diagnostic assistance and help with backup or restore activities. Buyers also receive access to online documentation at no extra cost. Enhanced Support is available for buyers who require extended assistance. It provides longer support hours, priority incident handling, proactive monitoring of backup activity and optional service reviews. This level is charged as a fixed monthly fee per tenant, with pricing dependent on the size and complexity of the environment. Premium Support is designed for organisations with higher resilience requirements. It offers extended-hours or full 24/7 incident response, priority restoration for critical issues, regular performance reporting and fast escalation to senior engineers. Pricing is bespoke and agreed based on user numbers and required response targets. A dedicated Technical Account Manager or Cloud Support Engineer can be provided on request. This optional service includes ongoing configuration guidance, scheduled reviews and support with complex restorations. It is charged either as a monthly retainer or on a day-rate basis depending on the level of engagement required.
- Support available to third parties
- Yes
- AI chatbot
- Yes
Onboarding and offboarding
- Getting started
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GP IT Services supports users in starting with Datto Endpoint Backup through a structured, remote onboarding process designed for public sector and regulated environments. We handle initial service setup, including tenant configuration, licence assignment and deployment of the endpoint backup agent to supported Windows and macOS devices. Clear guidance is provided on backup policies, retention settings and restore options to ensure protection is correctly configured from the outset.
Users are supported with online documentation, step-by-step guides and knowledge base resources covering installation, day-to-day use and common recovery tasks. Where required, we provide remote training sessions for administrators to explain service operation, monitoring and restore processes. Onsite training is not typically required, as the service is cloud-based and centrally managed, but can be arranged if necessary. Ongoing support is available through GP IT Services, ensuring users can adopt and operate the service confidently and effectively. - Service documentation
- Yes
- Documentation formats
- HTML
- End-of-contract data extraction
- When the contract ends, users can extract their data by restoring files and folders from Datto Endpoint Backup back to their endpoint devices before service termination. Using the web-based management console, authorised administrators or users can download recovered data in its original file format. Once the contract has ended, access to the service is removed and retained backups are securely deleted in line with Datto data retention and security policies.
- End-of-contract process
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At the end of the contract, access to Datto Endpoint Backup is withdrawn and scheduled backups stop. Customers are expected to complete any required file or folder restores before service termination. After the contract ends, retained backup data is securely deleted in line with Datto data handling and retention policies.
The contract price includes the Datto Endpoint Backup licence per device, secure cloud storage, encrypted data transfer, access to the web-based management console, monitoring, alerting and standard remote support provided by GP IT Services. Additional costs may apply for optional services such as enhanced support tiers, onboarding assistance, device rollout support or other professional services agreed separately. - Documentation accessibility standard
- None or don’t know
- How the documentation is accessible
- Our onboarding and offboarding documentation is delivered through a secure, browser-based knowledge portal accessible on any modern device. Content is structured with clear headings, readable layouts and screen-reader compatibility. Users can navigate using keyboard controls and adjust display settings for visibility needs. Documents are available in standard web formats to support assistive technologies, and key guides can be downloaded for offline use. This ensures administrators with a range of accessibility requirements can follow setup and offboarding steps without barriers.
Using the service
- Web browser interface
- Yes
- Supported browsers
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- Microsoft Edge
- Firefox
- Chrome
- Safari
- Opera
- Other
- Application to install
- Yes
- Compatible operating systems
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- MacOS
- Windows
- Designed for use on mobile devices
- No
- Service interface
- Yes
- User support accessibility
- None or don’t know
- Description of service interface
- The service interface consists of a secure, web-based management console provided by Datto, accessed by GP IT Services and authorised customer administrators. The interface provides clear visibility of protected endpoint devices, backup status, storage usage and alerts. Users can configure backup schedules, initiate file or folder restores and review activity logs through an intuitive dashboard. Role-based access controls restrict actions based on user permissions, supporting secure administration without the need for local infrastructure or specialist client software.
- Accessibility standards
- None or don’t know
- Description of accessibility
- The service is accessed through a secure, web-based management console designed in line with recognised web accessibility standards. The interface supports keyboard navigation, screen readers and scalable text, enabling use by administrators who rely on assistive technologies. Access is provided via standard web browsers without specialist software. While users can manage backups and restores based on assigned permissions, they cannot modify underlying platform components.
- Accessibility testing
- The service interface has been tested to ensure compatibility with common assistive technologies. Testing included screen-reader navigation, keyboard-only operation and high-contrast display checks to confirm that key functions such as browsing backups, initiating restores and accessing reports remain usable without a mouse. User feedback confirmed that headings, labels and navigation elements are structured in a way that supports predictable movement through the portal. Compatibility was assessed using widely adopted assistive tools including screen readers available on Windows and macOS. No issues were identified that prevented authorised users from completing core administrative tasks.
- API
- No
- Customisation available
- Yes
- Description of customisation
- Users can customise the service through the web-based management console provided by Datto and managed by GP IT Services. Administrators can customise backup schedules, file and folder selections, retention settings and alert notifications to align with organisational policies. Role-based access controls can also be configured to define who can view status or perform restores. Customisation is carried out directly within the console using standard configuration options. Only authorised administrators, typically IT staff or GP IT Services engineers, can make configuration changes. End users may be permitted to restore their own files but cannot modify backup policies or service settings.
Scaling
- Independence of resources
- GP IT Services delivers Datto Endpoint Backup as a multi-tenant, cloud-based service designed to scale securely. The underlying platform uses tenant isolation, workload segmentation and elastic cloud resources to ensure one customer’s backup or restore activity does not impact another’s performance. Capacity is continuously monitored and automatically scaled, maintaining consistent service levels regardless of overall demand.
Analytics
- Service usage metrics
- Yes
- Metrics types
- GP IT Services provides service metrics through the Datto Endpoint Backup management console. Metrics include backup success and failure status per device, last successful backup time, protected device count, storage usage and restore activity. Alerting and audit logs provide visibility of issues and administrative actions.
- Reporting types
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- Real-time dashboards
- Regular reports
- Reports on request
- Resource tagging
- No
- FOCUS resource tagging
- No
Resellers
- Supplier type
- Reseller providing extra features and support
- Organisation whose services are being resold
- Datto/Kaseya
Staff security
- Staff security clearance
- Other security clearance
- Government security clearance
- Developed Vetting (DV)
Asset protection
- Knowledge of data storage and processing locations
- Yes
- Data storage and processing locations
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- United Kingdom
- European Economic Area (EEA)
- User control over data storage and processing locations
- Yes
- Datacentre security standards
- Complies with a recognised standard (for example CSA CCM version 4.0)
- Penetration testing frequency
- At least every 6 months
- Penetration testing approach
- Another external penetration testing organisation
- Protecting data at rest
- Physical access control, complying with CSA CCM v4.0
- Data sanitisation process
- Yes
- Equipment disposal approach
- Complying with a recognised standard, for example CSA CCM v4.0, CAS (Sanitisation) or ISO/IEC 27001
- Data sanitisation type
- Explicit overwriting of storage before reallocation / Secure Erase
Data importing and exporting
- Data export approach
- Users export their data by restoring files and folders from the Datto Endpoint Backup platform back to their endpoint devices using the web-based management console. Authorised users or administrators can then download and save the recovered files locally in their original formats. The service, provided by Datto, does not use proprietary file formats, ensuring exported data remains accessible outside the service.
- Data export formats
- Other
- Other data export formats
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- VMDK
- VHD
- VHDx
- RAW
- Data import formats
- Other
- Other data import formats
- Users don't upload data; original file formats are automatically captured.
Data-in-transit protection
- Data protection between buyer and supplier networks
- TLS (version 1.2 or above)
- Data protection within supplier network
- TLS (version 1.2 or above)
Availability and resilience
- Guaranteed availability
- Datto does not provide a cloud uptime SLA.
- Approach to resilience
- This is available on request (subject to an NDA)
- Outage reporting
- Datto Infrastructure status may be monitored at https://status.datto.com/.
Identity and authentication
- User authentication needed
- Yes
- User authentication
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- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Public key authentication (including by TLS client certificate)
- Identity federation with existing provider (for example Google Apps)
- Username or password
- Access restrictions in management interfaces and support channels
- Access to management interfaces and support channels is restricted using layered security controls operated by Datto and GP IT Services. The management console enforces role-based access control, ensuring users can only view or perform actions appropriate to their role. Strong authentication is required, including multi-factor authentication where enabled. All administrative actions are logged for audit purposes. Support access is limited to authorised contacts verified against customer accounts. Privileged access is granted on a least-privilege basis and reviewed regularly to maintain security and compliance.
- Access restriction testing frequency
- At least once a year
- Management access authentication
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- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Public key authentication (including by TLS client certificate)
- Identity federation with existing provider (for example Google Apps)
- Username or password
Audit information for users
- Access to user activity audit information
- Users have access to real-time audit information
- How long user audit data is stored for
- User-defined
- Access to supplier activity audit information
- Users have access to real-time audit information
- How long supplier audit data is stored for
- User-defined
- How long system logs are stored for
- User-defined
Security governance
- Named board-level person responsible for service security
- Yes
- Security governance certified
- Yes
- Security governance standards
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- CSA CSM version 4.0
- Other
- Other security governance standards
- ITAuxilium is Cyber Essentials accredited. We also follow the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, NCSC Cloud Security Principles and follow the service management practices of ITIL.
- Information security policies and processes
- ITAuxilium is Cyber Essentials accredited. We also follow the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, NCSC Cloud Security Principles and follow the service management practices of ITIL.
- Software Security Code of Practice
- Yes
Operational security
- Configuration and change management standard
- Supplier-defined controls
- Configuration and change management approach
- We operate a structured configuration and change management process that tracks all service components through their full lifecycle using controlled configuration records and documented versioning. Proposed changes are logged, reviewed and risk assessed before approval. Each change undergoes a security impact assessment to evaluate effects on data protection, access controls and service stability. Approved changes follow a scheduled deployment process with testing, rollback planning and post-implementation review. This ensures components remain current, secure and fully traceable while minimising disruption to users.
- Vulnerability management type
- Supplier-defined controls
- Vulnerability management approach
- We operate a continuous vulnerability management process that monitors, assesses and mitigates threats to the service. Potential vulnerabilities are evaluated using recognised risk frameworks, considering severity, exploitability and potential impact on confidentiality, integrity and availability. Security patches and updates are prioritised based on criticality, with high-risk vulnerabilities addressed as quickly as possible, typically within vendor-recommended timeframes. Threat intelligence is sourced from trusted industry feeds, vendor advisories, NCSC alerts and recognised security communities. Regular scanning and ongoing monitoring ensure new risks are identified promptly, and remediation actions are tracked through to completion.
- Protective monitoring type
- Supplier-defined controls
- Protective monitoring approach
- We use continuous protective monitoring to detect unusual activity or indicators of compromise across the service. Automated alerts highlight anomalies such as failed backups, unexpected access attempts or abnormal system behaviour. When a potential compromise is identified, it is immediately escalated to the security team for investigation, containment and verification. Confirmed incidents follow a defined response process that includes isolation, remediation and communication with affected users. Response to high-severity incidents begins immediately, with lower-level events handled within standard operational timeframes. This approach ensures timely detection, rapid assessment and effective mitigation of security threats.
- Incident management type
- Supplier-defined controls
- Incident management approach
- We operate a structured incident management process with predefined procedures for common events such as failed backups, access issues and suspected security incidents. Users can report incidents through the service desk by email or via the support portal, where tickets are logged and prioritised. Each incident is handled using a standard workflow covering triage, investigation, resolution and communication. For higher-severity events, we provide formal incident reports that outline the cause, actions taken and any recommended improvements. Reports are shared with authorised administrators once the incident is closed, ensuring transparency and clear auditability.
- Post-quantum cryptography secure
- Yes
Secure development
- Approach to secure software development best practice
- Independent review of processes (for example CESG CPA Build Standard, ISO/IEC 27034, ISO/IEC 27001 or CSA CCM v4.0)
Public sector networks
- Connection to public sector networks
- No
Pricing
- Discount for educational organisations
- Yes
- Free trial available
- Yes
- Description of free trial
- GP IT Services can provide a time-limited free trial of Datto Endpoint Backup. The trial includes agent installation, automated backups, secure storage and file restores. It excludes contractual SLAs, long-term retention and production support, and is available for a limited evaluation period.
Discount percentage by annual call-off contract value (excluding VAT)
- Less than £250,000
- 5%
- Between £250,000 and £500,000
- 5%
- Between £500,001 and £1,000,000
- 5%
- Between £1,000,001 and £2,500,000
- 10%
- Between £2,500,001 and £5,000,000
- 10%
- Over £5,000,001
- 10%
Non-mandatory Standards and certifications
- ISO/IEC 27001 certification
- No
- ISO 28000:2022 certification
- No
- ISO 9001 certification
- No
- Quality management systems (QMS)
- No
- CSA STAR certification
- No
- PCI certification
- No
- Cyber essentials
- Yes
- Please provide your Cyber Essentials Certificate Number
- De0ed732-62b1-4b95-bbe5-a7039e7eb424
- Cyber essentials plus
- No
- Cyber Essentials Alternative
- In relation to the services you do not have a current and valid Cyber Essentials Plus certificate which has been awarded by one of the government approved Cyber Essentials accreditation bodies but you are working towards gaining it, and will be in a position to confirm that you have been awarded a current and valid Cyber Essentials Plus certificate by one of the government approved accreditation bodies within 12 months of the date of award.
- Other security certifications
- No
Social value
- Section B - Commitment for Future: Delivery
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Mission: Kick start economic growth. To secure the highest sustained growth in the G7 - with good jobs and productivity growth in every part of the country making everyone, not just a few, better off.
Policy Outcome 1: Fair work: That offers fair wages and good working conditions. Help people get a job, stay in work, and progress in their careers, with good employment opportunities across the country. Notes: Where there is a large proportion of labour costs in the contract, commercial teams should consider MAC in Outcome 1 as a priority
- New apprenticeships on the contract workforce in the relevant area that meet the criteria set out in MAC 1b
- Providing opportunities for, and measuring and monitoring of, staff workforce conditions over time, including employee engagement, involvement in decision-making and satisfaction and adapting to any changes in the results, with clear processes for acting on issues identified
- Plans to engage the contract workforce in deciding the most important workplace issues to address
- Employment contracts that reflect actual hours worked; steps taken to ensure employees understand their contracts and have the ability to review and adjust them if actual hours regularly exceed contracted hours
- Activities that support an environment where staff are educated about, and feel empowered to, address their physical wellbeing
- Activities that support an environment where staff are educated about and feel empowered to report and address bullying and harassment
- Payment of more than the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage (as appropriate) to the contract workforce
- Monitoring and reporting of gender and ethnicity pay gaps and plans to address them where necessary
- Measures to support in-work progression to help people in the contract workforce, to move into higher paid work by developing new skills relevant to the contract
- Support for the contract workforce by providing career advice, and providing opportunities for staff working on the contract with in-work progression career development into known skills shortages or high growth areas
- Volunteering opportunities for staff
- Understanding of the modern slavery risks and issues affecting the market, industry, sector or country (of origin or of source) relevant to the contract, and the workforce in the supplier’s own organisation and those of its key subcontractors
- Outline policies and practices to be applied to or put in place for the contract to mitigate and manage modern slavery risks, including: Pre-employment checks, recruitment practices. Workplace conditions, safeguarding plans and processes in place and regular monitoring with relevant groups considered, which may include sampling
- How to ensure business decisions re: price/cost, short lead times, payment timescales do not create modern slavery risks in the supply chain
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Mission: Kick start economic growth. To secure the highest sustained growth in the G7 - with good jobs and productivity growth in every part of the country making everyone, not just a few, better off.
Policy Outcome 2: Skills for growth: Supporting growth sectors and addressing skills gaps.
- Delivery of apprenticeships, supported internships and T Level industry placement opportunities (Level 2, 3 and 4+) in relation to the contract
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Mission: Build an NHS fit for the future: That is there when people need it; with fewer lives lost to the biggest killers; in a fairer Britain, where everyone lives well for longer.
Policy Outcome 8: Increasing productivity through physical and mental wellbeing: In the supply chain and communities in the relevant area.
- Understanding of issues relating to health and wellbeing, including physical and mental health, in the contract workforce
- Understanding barriers to access to health and social care services or employment opportunities e.g. digital inclusion
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