Navigating Data Storage: On-Premises vs. Cloud, with Christopher Reily from ExaGrid

On-Premises vs. Cloud Storage: A Conversation with Christopher Reily from ExaGrid

In this episode of 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience, Luigi Tiano sits down with Christopher Reily, Director of Solutions Engineering for the eastern half of the Americas at ExaGrid, to discuss the realities of data storage in a cloud-first world.

As more organizations shift to the cloud, Christopher highlights the challenges, benefits, and risks associated with cloud-based and on-premises backup storage. They explore:

✅ The risks of relying solely on cloud storage – from cost unpredictability to performance issues during recovery.
✅ Why on-premises backup remains critical – ensuring faster restores and greater control over data.
✅ A hybrid approach – combining cloud and local backups for better resilience and security.
✅ Cyber threats and data protection – how ransomware attacks impact storage strategies.

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About Christopher Reily

With 25+ years in IT, Christopher Reily has held key leadership roles, including CTO, VP of Solutions Architecture, and University Lecturer. His expertise in data protection, IT strategy, and enterprise backup solutions makes him a trusted voice in cybersecurity and storage management.

About 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience

A bi-monthly podcast where IT leaders tackle 10 essential cybersecurity questions, sharing insights on data protection, emerging threats, and best practices.

About Assurance IT

Since 2011, Assurance IT has been helping Canadian businesses secure their data through the PPR Methodology—Prepare, Protect, and Recover. Their approach simplifies cybersecurity and compliance for mid-market companies.