<p>Breaking up is hard to do. But if a vendor just isn't providing the services you need, there's always someone out there who will. Take backup and disaster recovery solutions for example. There are countless players out there so how do you make an informed decision on whom best to partner with? We asked a number of our partners this same question and boiled the responses down to following four tips:</p><p>1. Don't Skimp or Splurge on Backup</p><p>One of the biggest mistakes a VAR/MSP can make is to switch backup vendors based on the licensing and/or cloud storage costs alone. The reality is that there are several other factors that come into play that far outweigh the initial price tag, including the time required to install one solution compared to another. The "cheaper" solution could take longer to install and configure, plus if it's not supported by your RMM tool, it could mean having to go on-site to install the software and having one more portal to manage. The more expensive solution may just be too much for you right now. Yes, you want enterprise-grade, but not an enterprise-priced solution. Be sure to look at the total cost of ownership when evaluating new options not just the allure of a less expensive upfront cost or the notion that because it's the most expensive, it must be the best. Know your needs and choose a solution that fits your business today, but can easily scale as the business grows.</p><p>2. Streamline, Simplify and Avoid Unnecessary Risks</p><p><a href="http://mspmentor.net/blog/4-tips-making-switch-new-backup-vendor">Keep reading...</a></p>