Case Study: The Rockefeller University achieves IT time savings and improved endpoint data protection with TechValidate

The Rockefeller University replaces HP Connected, CrashPlan far exceeds expectations

The Rockefeller University, an educational institution, needed to replace its HP Connected endpoint backup after experiencing data loss from lost/stolen laptops and hard drive failures. Prior incidents drained IT resources and risked negative publicity, and the university also sought better protection during migrations and OS refreshes.

They deployed CrashPlan (Code42) using the public cloud with encryption keys retained onsite, securing buy-in by documenting end-user demand. The switch reduced IT management time (saving 1–10 hours/week), increased end-user productivity through self‑service restores and mobile access, helped meet HIPAA requirements, and was described as “far surpassing our expectations.”

The Rockefeller University

Ross Gillman

IT Project Manager