Panzura CloudFS is a hybrid cloud file system platform designed to consolidate and manage enterprise file data across multiple locations, clouds, and on-premises environments. It transforms disparate NAS and file shares into a unified, high-performance, and highly secure global file system, enabling real-time collaboration, ransomware resilience, disaster recovery, and efficient storage management without traditional latency or data integrity risks.

Key Features

Unified Global File System

• Consolidates NAS and Windows file shares into a single authoritative data source.
• Provides a global namespace for seamless access and expansion across locations.

Real-Time Global Collaboration

• Enables distributed teams to work on files simultaneously with dynamic file and range locking.
• Ensures immediate global data consistency and local-feeling performance.

Ransomware Resilience and Data Protection

• Immutable data and frequent snapshots enable rapid recovery from ransomware or data loss.
• Proactive AI-powered detection and alerting for suspicious activity.

Military-Grade Security

• FIPS 140-3 certified encryption (AES-256) for data at rest and in motion.
• Granular access controls and integration with Active Directory.

Advanced Storage Optimization

• Global deduplication and compression reduce unstructured data footprint.
• Intelligent storage tiering and support for multiple object stores.

High Availability and Disaster Recovery

• Cloud mirroring and accelerated synchronization ensure business continuity.
• Snapshots and restore points allow granular, point-in-time recovery.

Edge and Remote Access

• VPN-less, secure access for remote and mobile users via Panzura Edge extension.
• Maintains productivity and data protection outside the corporate network.

Comprehensive Visibility and Governance

• Real-time search, audit, and analytics through Panzura Data Services.
• Full metadata access and system health monitoring.

Benefits

Enhanced Productivity and Collaboration

• Teams collaborate globally with no file collisions or delays.
• Immediate access to up-to-date files from any location.

Reduced Storage Costs and Complexity

• Consolidation and deduplication minimize storage requirements.
• Vendor-neutral, storage-agnostic design supports flexible infrastructure choices.

Improved Data Security and Compliance

• Immutable storage and frequent snapshots protect against ransomware and data loss.
• Granular permissions and audit trails support regulatory compliance.

Business Continuity and Resilience

• High availability, disaster recovery, and rapid restoration reduce downtime.
• Proactive monitoring and AI-driven threat detection minimize risks