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The IPTel team are regularly approached by clients seeking a simplified approach to Cisco appliance backups, or when they discover their existing backups have failed, putting business continuity at risk. ![Simplifying Cisco ISE and Catalyst Centre Backups](https://blog.iptel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs/Simplifying%20Cisco%20ISE%20and%20Catalyst%20Centre%20Backups/Simplifying%20Cisco%20ISE%20and%20Catalyst%20Centre%20Backups.gif?width=1792&height=960&name=Simplifying%20Cisco%20ISE%20and%20Catalyst%20Centre%20Backups.gif) The most common pain points we hear from our clients when managing Cisco appliance backups are “our current manual backup processes are prone to errors” and “we have limited internal skillset or resources to deploy and maintain the required Linux backup system”. To support our clients, IPTel have partnered with Backup Assure – an innovative solution designed to address the common pain points faced by organisations when it comes to backing up Cisco appliances and virtual environments. Related reading - [Backup Assure](https://iptel.com.au/backup-assure) - [Cisco Catalyst Center](https://iptel.com.au/technologies/cisco-catalyst-center) - [Cisco Smart Licensing](https://blog.iptel.com.au/introduction-to-cisco-smart-licensing) - [Wi-Fi Predictive Designs](https://blog.iptel.com.au/wifi-predictive-survey-wifi-heatmaps) - [The Top 8 Secrets to Great Wi-Fi](https://blog.iptel.com.au/top-8-secrets-to-great-wi-fi) --- ## What is Backup Assure? [![Cisco DNA Center First Look (Ingragram)](https://blog.iptel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs/Cisco%20Catalyst%20Center%20Overview/Cisco%20DNA%20Center%20First%20Look%20(Ingragram).png?width=240&height=240&name=Cisco%20DNA%20Center%20First%20Look%20(Ingragram).png)](https://blog.iptel.com.au/cisco-catalyst-center-overview)Backup Assure is tailored for clients who are looking to streamline their backup processes and enhance their data protection strategies. Backup Assure provides a turn-key backup solution for Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center), Identity Services Engine (ISE), Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) and Firepower Management Center (FMC).     Related reading - [Backup Assure Disaster Recovery Case Study](https://blog.iptel.com.au/backup-assure-a-disaster-recovery-case-study) - [Cisco Catalyst Center Assurance](https://blog.iptel.com.au/blog/cisco-catalyst-center-assurance) - [5 Ways Catalyst Center Solves your Challenges](https://info.iptel.com.au/cisco-dna) --- ## Key Benefits of the Backup Assure Solution - **Rapid Deployment:** Deployable in just 20 minutes, with integration for each supported product taking only three minutes.[![Cisco ISE (Instagram)](https://blog.iptel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs/Cisco%20ISE%20Top%205%20Unique%20Features/Cisco%20ISE%20(Instagram).png?width=240&height=240&name=Cisco%20ISE%20(Instagram).png)](https://blog.iptel.com.au/why-cisco-ise) - **User-Friendly Interface:** A web-based configuration that requires no Linux expertise. - **Automated Alerts and Proactive Monitoring:** Immediate notifications of failed backups to ensure critical data is always protected. - **Flexible Retention Policies:** Customisable automation rules to adapt to changing business or regulatory requirements. - **Multi-Hypervisor and Cloud Support:** Compatible with KVM, Hyper-V, VMware, and listed in the Azure Marketplace. Related reading - [Wi-Fi Assurance](https://blog.iptel.com.au/wifi-assurance-review) - [Wi-Fi Surveys](https://blog.iptel.com.au/wi-fi-surveys) - [Catalyst Center Assurance](https://blog.iptel.com.au/blog/cisco-catalyst-center-assurance) --- ### Learn more about Backup Assure Learn more about Backup Assure: [https://backupassure.io/](https://backupassure.io/) [![Cisco ISE Support 1](https://blog.iptel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Campaigns/Cisco%20ISE/Cisco%20ISE%20Upgrade/Cisco%20ISE%20Support%201.png?width=215&height=1080&name=Cisco%20ISE%20Support%201.png)](https://info.iptel.com.au/request-a-quote) IPTel’s Head of Growth, Rob Olsson, shared his thoughts on the new partnership: *“Backup Assure strengthens our ability to help customers protect their Cisco infrastructure with seamless, automated backups. With our expertise in secure networking and Backup Assure’s platform, businesses can reduce risk, ensure continuity and stay focused on what matters most”.* If you are interested in learning more about how to simplify your existing backup process and reduce operational risk across your environment, reach out to the IPTel team today. Related reading - [ThousandEyes vs Catalyst Center](https://blog.iptel.com.au/thousandeyes-vs-catalyst-center) - [Wi-Fi Design: Business Requirements](https://blog.iptel.com.au/wi-fi-design-business-requirements) - [Wi-Fi Design: Technical Requirements](https://blog.iptel.com.au/wi-fi-design-technical-requirements) #### Related Articles ###### [Backup Assure for Key Cisco Platforms](https://blog.iptel.com.au/backup-assure-for-key-cisco-platforms) Feb 2, 2026 ###### [Backup Assure: A Disaster Recovery Case Study](https://blog.iptel.com.au/backup-assure-a-disaster-recovery-case-study) Jan 28, 2026 ###### [Automating Meraki](https://blog.iptel.com.au/automating-meraki) Apr 24, 2025 Free tool ### How Many Wi-Fi Access Points Do You Need? Work out APs, PoE and switch ports floor by floor, using the same survey grades our Cisco wireless engineers design to. Takes under a minute. 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