IBM i Safe-Guarded Copy

Program Overview

Safe-Guarded Copy extends Backup SnapShot into immutable-backup territory, which is especially relevant for ransomware and recovery-governance discussions. Midland frames it as an add-on that lets the IBM i LPAR trigger a safe-guarded copy that cannot be altered or deleted in the same casual way as ordinary disk copies.

That matters because many backup conversations now include tamper resistance as a first-class requirement. Buyers comparing continuity platforms should check whether immutable behavior is native, add-on based, or dependent on surrounding storage architecture.

Best Fit

Best fit for IBM i teams that already see ransomware resilience or copy tamper-resistance as part of the backup project, not as a later enhancement.

What this program helps with

• Immutable or safe-guarded copy support as an extension of Backup SnapShot
• Stronger protection against deletion or alteration of recovery copies
• Alignment with ransomware-oriented backup conversations
• A practical enhancement when restore confidence depends on copy integrity

What to vet before shortlist

• Confirm how immutable protection is enforced and for how long copies remain protected
• Review recovery workflow so immutable design does not complicate urgent restore needs
• Compare whether immutable copies are enough alone or need wider DR planning too