In the late 2000s, cloud computing transformed the industry and changed the nature of data storage. Soon, most customer-facing applications that dominated popular app stores were on the cloud, and the success and growth of businesses started being dependent on speed, scalability, and agility.
With the proliferation of smartphones, market trends changed once again; applications demanded more storage space and computing power. Businesses wanted to do more with less — lower costs and maximum use of cloud resources.
However, conventional onsite storage was unable to provide the same functionalities, and storing excessive capacity was not economical. Additionally, businesses had to deal with complex compliance and regulatory guidelines such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOC-2, and more, depending on the region.
Enter STaaS.
STaaS allows businesses to scale easily, access high compute speeds, and optimize costs.
STaaS — storage as a consumption model — allows businesses to leverage storage capabilities as an operating expense instead of capital expenditure. This means you pay only for as much as you use — like a utility bill.
Your STaaS vendor is responsible for storing your data, which can be accessed on-demand through the vendor’s software. You can also purchase storage with a predictable pricing model and skip investing in expensive infrastructure years in advance.
More importantly, given the number of applications that need high-speed transactions, STaaS proves to be a lifeline for edge computing.
STaaS for edge computing
Most applications that communicate with smart devices need near-instant response times. For this to be possible, data needs to be stored closer to where it is processed — on the edge of the network. This is where STaaS and its multi-tier storage options come into the picture. You can explore the role of STaaS for Edge through this infographic.
Here are the benefits of STaaS for edge computing:
Time and cost savings
One of the most impactful benefits of switching to STaaS is simplified SLAs that greatly reduce deployment time. You can be online quickly without investing big on hardware and specialized IT personnel.
Fully supported, expertly managed service
Let your STaaS vendor handle the technicalities — reducing internal workload and allowing your teams to focus on innovation and business growth.
Improved security
With offsite encryption and replication capabilities, your data becomes less vulnerable both physically and virtually.
Unlimited scalability
As your business grows and storage needs evolve, STaaS enables seamless scaling by adding more storage nodes — enhancing performance while optimizing resources.
Relying on experts for storage
If your skilled resources are burdened with storage management tasks — STaaS is the answer. By optimizing storage, a crucial component of IT operations, you enable efficiency and growth.
Choosing the right STaaS partner
Look for vendors with proven storage expertise rather than just falling for marketing messaging.
Calsoft has over 20 years of mature expertise in the storage space. We have helped numerous businesses leverage secure, resilient, and encrypted storage solutions.
STaaS is not a one-size-fits-all model — rely on Calsoft’s highly skilled storage architects and certified consultants to tailor a best-fit solution for your business.
We implement storage solutions perfectly aligned with your business case. Explore our offerings or contact us for a quick expert consultation.
