IBM has freshened up its range of new business-protection services targeted at mid-sized firms.

The new services fall under IBM's Express Advantage banner – a collection of packaged services aimed at delivering high-end IT services for cost-conscious customers, such as mid-sized firms.

"These latest Express Advantage offerings are helping mid-market companies solve their toughest business challenges," said Steve Solazzo, general manager, IBM General Business in a statement.

The new services include a cloud-based business continuity package, which includes a remote back-up and recovery services for Windows servers and PCs. IBM will also start offering an email archiving service through its reseller partners.

These services are based on the technologies IBM gained through its acquisition of Arsenal Digital Solutions.

A recent report by analyst group IDC noted that mid-sized businesses were increasing their spending IT, particularly on packaged services. But it also noted that a significant proportion of mid-sized buyers looked for services targeted at their specific vertical market