Escape Budget Volatility with a Transparent Cost Model

Traditional cloud storage pricing is notoriously complex, leading to budget overruns for 62% of organizations. A transparent model provides cloud storage with no hidden costs by design. This approach eliminates the primary sources of financial surprises that erode IT budgets.

Key features of this predictable economic model include:

• Zero Egress Fees: You are not charged for moving your data out of the cloud, which removes the single biggest barrier to switching providers for 55% of IT leaders.
• No API Call Costs: Frequent data operations, common in backup and analytics, do not generate extra charges, which can otherwise inflate bills by 3-5x.
• No Minimum Storage Duration: You only pay for what you use, for as long as you use it, increasing storage efficiency by at least 15%.

This streamlined model can eliminate 60-80% of typical cloud storage expenses. It transforms cloud storage from a volatile operational expense into a predictable, manageable line item. This financial stability is the foundation for building a more resilient and agile IT strategy.

Strengthen Ransomware Defense with Immutable, Always-Hot Storage

Ransomware attacks increasingly target backup infrastructure, making immutable storage a non-negotiable security layer. Immutability, or Object Lock, ensures that once data is written, it cannot be altered or deleted for a defined period. This creates a secure copy that is impervious to encryption by malicious actors, guaranteeing a clean recovery point.

An "Always-Hot" storage model complements this security by ensuring all data is immediately accessible. Unlike tiered models that can delay restores by hours, this approach provides instant access to any file, which is critical during a recovery event. This architecture eliminates retrieval fees and performance bottlenecks, reducing recovery times by up to 50%.

This combination delivers up to 20% faster backup performance compared to traditional cloud storage. It provides a resilient defense against threats while simplifying operations. With enterprise-grade compliance certifications like SOC 2 and ISO 27001, you can secure regulated workloads without vendor lock-in. This integrated approach is essential for modern data protection.

Maintain Full Control with Seamless S3 Compatibility

Vendor lock-in is a top concern for IT leaders, creating strategic risks and limiting flexibility. An S3-compatible alternative provides a direct path to data independence. Full S3 API compatibility ensures your existing applications, scripts, and backup tools continue to work without code rewrites, protecting past investments and reducing migration risk by over 50%.

A true drop-in replacement goes beyond basic operations. It supports advanced capabilities consistently across the API, CLI, and SDK, including:

1. Versioning for granular object history.
2. Lifecycle management to automate data policies.
3. Event notifications for workflow automation.
4. Object tagging for granular cost allocation and access control.

This level of compatibility allows you to switch endpoints in minutes, not months. By pairing a standard API with a model free of egress fees, you build an exit strategy directly into your architecture. This preserves your long-term freedom of action and negotiating power.

Enable Partner Profitability with Predictable Margins

For Managed Service Providers (MSPs), profitability depends on predictable recurring revenue, yet 80% exceed their cloud budgets due to hidden fees. A predictable storage model is designed for the channel. Eliminating egress and API fees allows MSPs to quote BaaS and DRaaS services with confidence, knowing their margins are protected from surprise charges.

This partner-ready approach delivers tangible advantages. Recovering just 10TB of data from a hyperscaler can generate over $900 in egress fees, erasing a month's profit. With a transparent model, that cost disappears. MSPs can increase profitability on existing contracts or pass savings to customers for a competitive advantage of 10-15%.

A multi-tenant partner console with robust IAM, MFA, and RBAC simplifies management and security. Automation via the API and CLI, combined with clear reporting, accelerates onboarding and reduces operational overhead by up to 30%. This makes it easier to deliver more affordable cloud storage and build sustainable, high-margin services.

Execute a Practical, Low-Risk Migration

Migrating to a new storage provider should accelerate value, not create complexity. With an S3-compatible platform, the process is straightforward and low-risk. Since the API is identical, no application refactoring is needed, which typically accounts for over 40% of migration project costs. The focus shifts from technical hurdles to a simple, policy-driven data transfer.

A successful migration can be completed in four steps:

1. Configure Credentials: Create new IAM users and access keys in the new environment, ensuring permissions align with your security policies.
2. Update Endpoint: Change the S3 endpoint URL in your backup software, scripts, or applications to point to the new provider.
3. Sync Data: Use your existing tools or a data mover to sync your data buckets to the new storage platform.
4. Test and Validate: Perform test restores to verify data integrity and confirm that your recovery time objectives (RTOs) are met.

Because there are no egress fees, you can perform extensive validation without financial penalties. This ensures a seamless transition to a more predictable and cost-efficient storage solution, setting the stage for long-term savings and operational stability.