Buurst – Reshaping High-Performance Cloud Data Management Solutions for Modern Enterprises

Buurst is a game-changer in the world of data management, revolutionizing the way businesses think about their data. Instead of simply offering more storage, Buurst focuses on optimizing data migration and performance, providing nimble and cost-effective solutions that accelerate growth and open new opportunities. With Buurst, companies are not just prepared for day one but are set up for success on day two, month two, and beyond.

Behind this innovative approach is a global team of dedicated Buursters. Despite operating primarily in a remote environment, Buurst's culture fosters collaboration and unity, bringing together talented individuals from around the world. This commitment to teamwork and innovation is at the heart of Buurst's success, driving the development of high-performance storage technologies for the cloud and the edge.

SoftNAS^® Cloud NAS: Transforming Data Storage with High-Performance Solutions

SoftNAS^® stands out as a Linux-based virtual NAS appliance tailored for modern hypervisor-based systems. Operating as a virtual machine, SoftNAS^® offers an extensive suite of software-defined capabilities that encompass data performance, cost management, availability, control, backup, and security. This innovative platform serves as a hybrid cloud data integration product, seamlessly merging an enterprise-class NAS virtual storage appliance, backups, data movement, and data integration/replication. This centralized approach empowers IT teams to efficiently manage and control data, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency.

Cost-Effective Solutions with Significant Savings

One of the standout features of SoftNAS^® is its cost-effectiveness, delivering substantial savings compared to leading competitors. Users can save up to 40% compared to NetApp ONTAP, up to 50% over AWS EFS, and up to 40% over Azure NetApp Files. This affordability does not compromise on performance, making SoftNAS^® an attractive choice for organizations looking to optimize their storage budgets without sacrificing quality.

Optimized Performance with Advanced Features

SoftNAS^® is designed to deliver high-performance storage solutions, boasting higher-than-normal I/O per second (IOPS) and exceptional data reliability and recoverability. The platform enhances storage efficiency through advanced features such as thin-provisioning, compression, and deduplication. Additionally, SoftNAS^® offers industry-standard file-sharing protocols including iSCSI, NFS, and CIFS, ensuring compatibility and flexibility for diverse storage needs.

Flexible Deployment Options

SoftNAS^® caters to various deployment preferences, offering cloud-based solutions for AWS and Azure platforms, as well as an on-premise solution for VMware environments. Whether organizations prefer a cloud-native approach or an on-premise setup, SoftNAS^® provides the flexibility to choose the platform that best aligns with their infrastructure requirements.

Robust Data Protection and Integrity

Data protection is paramount in today's digital landscape, and SoftNAS^® prioritizes this by incorporating features like scheduled snapshots via copy-on-write filesystem (ZFS), block replication through patent-pending SnapReplicate technology, and built-in error detection and correction mechanisms. These robust safeguards ensure data integrity and resilience against potential threats or disruptions.

Innovative Support for RAID Configurations

SoftNAS^® supports both software and hardware RAID configurations, offering enhanced data protection and fault tolerance. This flexibility allows organizations to tailor their storage environments to meet specific performance and redundancy requirements, further solidifying SoftNAS^®'s position as a comprehensive data storage solution.

SoftNAS^® redefines the landscape of cloud NAS storage with its high-performance, cost-effective, and feature-rich platform. Whether it's optimizing storage efficiency, ensuring data protection, or providing flexible deployment options, SoftNAS^® offers a holistic approach to data management that empowers organizations to meet their evolving storage needs effectively.

Vertical Markets: Transforming Industries with Cloud Solutions

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, virtually every industry is recognizing the transformative power of cloud technology. From streamlining business processes to enhancing data storage capabilities, cloud solutions have become indispensable tools for driving efficiency and innovation across various sectors. Buurst SoftNAS stands at the forefront of this revolution, providing mission-critical cloud performance solutions that combine robust functionality with budget-friendly costs.

Empowering the Energy Sector with Advanced Cloud Solutions

The energy sector presents unique challenges, characterized by vast amounts of data distributed across disparate systems, often in remote locations with limited connectivity and high latency. Buurst SoftNAS addresses these complexities head-on, offering tailored cloud storage performance solutions designed to meet the specific needs of the energy industry.

Buurst SoftNAS excels in supporting demanding cloud applications and managing petabytes of seismic exploration data, which are essential components of the energy sector's operations. The platform's high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities enable organizations to process and analyze large datasets efficiently, facilitating data-driven decision-making and accelerating research and development efforts.

Collaboration is key in the energy sector, where teams often work across multiple locations to achieve common objectives. Buurst SoftNAS facilitates collaborative data initiatives by providing seamless integration and access to critical information, regardless of geographic barriers or network limitations.

Cloud Migration Solutions for Remote and Challenging Environments

Navigating the complexities of cloud migration in remote locations with slow, unreliable networks can be daunting. Buurst SoftNAS simplifies this process by offering cloud application and data migration solutions optimized for challenging environments. The platform ensures continuous synchronization during data migration, maintaining data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.

About | Vic Mahadevan

Vic Mahadevan serves as the President and CEO of Buurst, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his distinguished career in the tech industry. Prior to leading Buurst, Vic held key leadership positions at industry giants, showcasing his strategic prowess and deep understanding of the technology landscape.

As the Former Chief Strategy Officer at NetApp, Vic played a pivotal role in shaping the company's strategic direction, driving innovation, and fostering growth. His tenure as the VP/GM at BMC Software further solidified his reputation as a visionary leader, where he spearheaded initiatives to enhance product offerings and expand market reach.

Before joining BMC Software, Vic served as the VP/GM at Compaq, a pioneering tech company that was later acquired by HP. During his time at Compaq, Vic demonstrated his leadership skills by overseeing critical business operations and driving significant business growth.

With a proven track record of success and a deep-seated passion for technology, Vic Mahadevan continues to lead Buurst with a clear vision, guiding the company towards new heights of innovation and excellence in data management solutions.

“We are helping customers solve complex challenges in managing data at petabyte and beyond scale while ensuring security, availability and high performance access for edge, on-prem and cloud-based storage.”