CentreStack transforms traditional file servers into cloud file servers

The cloud file-sharing landscape for 3D designs and media files is rapidly evolving. As MSPs look for standout solutions, CentreStack's unique file server mobilization capability wins out over BIM360 and LucidLink, especially when data cannot be transferred to the cloud. But what are the specifics that lead to this preference? An MSP's Observational Journey A forward-thinking MSP identified a recurring problem: Standard Office files transferred seamlessly to SharePoint, but 3D designs and media files didn't. BIM360 and LucidLink were reputable but not sufficient. CentreStack's approach to file server mobilization not only filled the gaps but also opened up a predictable revenue stream for the MSP. CentreStack’s File Server Mobilization Edge for MSPs In the face of challenges like: Difficulties with remote access and sharing Handling complex designs Retaining data control The looming threat of losing "sticky" revenues CentreStack offers unparalleled solutions:...

At a time when digital transformation is steering the course of enterprises toward cloud-based solutions, the move to virtualized environments offers unparalleled benefits in terms of scalability, accessibility, and collaboration. However, not all enterprises are ready to make this shift, especially when it comes to migrating sensitive files and operations to the cloud. This article addresses the unique challenges faced by organizations that are hesitant to move their files to the cloud. It explores the underlying concerns and outlines strategies for leveraging cloud-like productivity without committing completely to the cloud. The Cloud Conundrum: Fear vs. Desire Organizations, particularly in industries such as healthcare, legal and insurance, have valid reasons for their reluctance to adopt cloud-based file-sharing solutions. Their concerns often revolve around data security, regulatory compliance, and the complexity of their operations. But despite these reservations, these compani...

Are you struggling to accept the storage limit policy changes for Google Workspace for Education? Does the newly imposed 100 TB storage limit have you scrambling to find a new home for your data? Don't want to deal with the headaches of building your own access and collaboration interface for S3? Keep reading! In the modern era, research institutions are generating and analyzing larger amounts of data than ever before. This trend is set to continue, as new technologies like AI, machine learning, and big data analytics continue to evolve. As a result, there has been a growing need for research institutions to store and manage vast quantities of research data. However,  Google Workspace for Education has recently imposed a limit of 100TB across all end-users , creating a serious problem for research institutions with larger data sets. Gladinet provides an access and collaboration front end for AWS S3 that provides virtually unlimited storag...

Simplify External Access to Internal Shares without Active Directory Management Headaches (Bonus: You won’t need a VPN or the cloud!) Tired of Creating and Deleting AD Users for External Access?  Active Directory user management for external users can create significant headaches when there is a dynamic remote workforce that requires frequent changes. Imagine that you’re manufacturing a product that uses parts from multiple suppliers. You have all your design documents on internal file shares but your suppliers need access. Typically, this might be done over a VPN which requires that these external users authenticate to your domain. So now you’ll have to create new users for the contracted suppliers and get rid of them when they’re done. Is the Approval Process Cumbersome? That process can become cumbersome if, for example, your suppliers are constantly changing over time for different projects or they have large numbers of employees who need access. And what happens if you don’t h...

File Server Migration vs File Server Mobilization File server migration is commonly viewed as an easy, cost-effective way to address the modern workforce’s increasing need for mobile productivity and security. But moving file server data to a cloud service that is not 100% file-server compatible often leaves much to be desired in the following areas:  Mapped Drives and File Server Compatibility Backup, Protection, and Recovery Application Compatibility Compliance, Control, and Privacy Reduced Migration Complexity and Costs   File server mobilization resolves these issues with 100% file server compatibility SharePoint, Dropbox, Google Drive, and similar services are all based on file server migration. And that’s why so many of their customers have problems in these areas. To address them, file server migration must be replaced by file server mobilization – an approach that fully addresses mobile productivity and security BUT also maintains 100% compatibility with file server us...

Book a File Server Modernization Demo to Get Free AirPods* Modernizing a file server usually implies a move to the cloud. But what if you need those benefits for data that must stay on-premises? You're not alone. Experts estimate that as much as 90% of enterprise data is still on-premises and 30% will remain there indefinitely. Why modernize access to on-prem data ?   Is your increasingly hybrid workforce pushing the performance and scalability limits of your VPN (Virtual Private Network) ?  Are you worried about increased exposure to security threats like ransomware?   File server modernization revolutionizes remote access to increase productivity, security, and performance for data that must remain on-premises. It provides benefits that cannot be achieved with VPN, RDP, or even Zero Trust Network Access solutions. 1. Give your workers faster, simpler, more scalable remote access.   Book a demo so we can show you how to :   Simplify remote access with fa...