Yes, even if you use a backup tool, you still need data lifecycle management. A backup tool creates point-in-time snapshots for recovery from corruption or data loss but does not offer the comprehensive capabilities of an enterprise information archival system.
Archiving ensures that 100% of your data is protected in a search-ready form. Data lifecycle management is essential for efficiently managing your archived data as it ages, helping to control costs and ensure long-term accessibility and compliance.