NextStep24 Announces Strategic Partnership with Object First

NextStep24 strengthens its portfolio with innovative backup storage solution and looks forward to joint growth

NETHERLANDS — October 16, 2024 — NextStep24 is pleased to announce its new strategic partnership with Object First, the creator of Ootbi (Out-of-the-Box-Immutability), the ransomware-proof backup storage appliance purpose-built for Veeam®.

Founded by the co-founders of Veeam, Object First aims to simplify data protection for midsize enterprises by providing a secure, simple, and powerful storage solution that requires no security expertise. This partnership allows both parties to combine their knowledge and offer customers an easy-to-use data protection solution.

NextStep24 is a specialist IT service provider that helps companies get data protection in order. NextStep24 does this by using smart and simple backup and security services combined with modern hardware. NextStep24 protects companies against cyber-attacks or human errors and ensures business continuity by deploying a solid backup and recovery strategy. They do this because 80% of Dutch companies lack proper data protection measures, making them highly vulnerable to data loss.

Through this partnership, NextStep24 is significantly enhancing its portfolio of IT solutions and services. By joining forces with Object First, NextStep24 continues to uphold its mission of providing tailored, top-tier solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Future growth and joint initiatives

The collaboration focuses on generating new business opportunities, joint marketing initiatives, webinars, and a sustainable communication strategy. Both companies are dedicated to empowering each other and ensuring customers fully benefit from Object First's ransomware-proof appliance.

“We are extremely enthusiastic about this partnership,” said Jos Maliepaard, Technical Consultant of NextStep24. “Object First will bring immense value to our offerings, and we are confident they will resonate strongly with our customer base. We look forward to launching valuable projects, and we are certain that this collaboration will pave the way for long-term success."

A solution with impact

For NextStep24 it is crucial to offer customers innovative, user-friendly solutions that add value to their IT infrastructure. Object First's product fits perfectly with this vision. “We see that Object First offers a solution that can make a powerful impact in many of the cases we face,” added Jos Maliepaard. "The convenience and reliability of their technology allows us to serve our customers even better."

“We’re excited to partner with NextStep24 to bring our Ootbi solution to their rapidly growing customer base,” said Pete Hannah, Vice President Sales Western Europe at Object First. “Together, we provide a simple, ransomware-proof solution that protects critical data, aligning perfectly with NextStep24’s mission of delivering tailored, cutting-edge IT solutions.”

NextStep24 and Object First are on the eve of a promising collaboration and look forward to growing together in the coming months and further developing the market with innovative and effective solutions.