The Challenges of Managing SharePoint Data
As organizations grow, so do their data requirements. SharePoint, Microsoft’s premier content management system, has become an integral part of many companies’ information architecture. However, with the increasing amount of data generated daily, managing and storing content directly within SharePoint can lead to bloated databases, slower search performance, and lengthier backup times, ultimately affecting user productivity and system speed.
Introducing Metalogix StoragePoint
Metalogix StoragePoint promises to alleviate these issues by offloading unstructured content from SharePoint’s SQL database to external storage systems. This process, known as Remote Blob Storage (RBS), not only optimizes the performance of SharePoint but also significantly reduces storage costs. With StoragePoint, SharePoint can handle larger content databases with a more streamlined database footprint, enhancing content accessibility and backup efficiency.
Soarsoft Africa Seizes the Opportunity
Recognizing the potential of Metalogix StoragePoint, Soarsoft Africa has seized the opportunity to integrate this powerful tool into their suite of data solutions. The deployment allows Soarsoft Africa to extend its service offering to include advanced storage optimization solutions, data migration expertise, and overall better data governance practices for its clients.
Chris Hathaway, the Director of Soarsoft Africa, commented on the deployment: “With the inclusion of Metalogix StoragePoint in our solutions portfolio, we are now better equipped to address the growing concerns around efficient data management. Our clients can expect reduced infrastructure costs, faster search capabilities, and a more robust data governance framework.”
Benefits for African Businesses
- Improved System Performance: By significantly reducing the size of SharePoint content databases, system performance is enhanced, making for quicker access to information and more efficient collaboration.
- Cost Savings: StoragePoint’s ability to store data on less expensive, tiered storage solutions translates to substantial cost savings for businesses.
- Simplified Backup: Smaller SharePoint databases result in shorter backup and restore windows, minimizing downtime and business disruption.
- Enhanced Scalability: As companies continue to produce and manage vast amounts of data, the ability to scale storage solutions without compromising performance is crucial. StoragePoint addresses this need head-on.
Data Migration and Management Made Easier
With StoragePoint’s deployment, Soarsoft Africa is not only enhancing its current offerings but also building upon its reputation as a trusted advisor and provider of comprehensive data management solutions. This capability is particularly beneficial for businesses in the process of migrating to newer versions of SharePoint or those adopting a hybrid or cloud-based approach to content management.
Conclusion
The expansion of Soarsoft Africa’s data solutions through the deployment of Metalogix StoragePoint marks an important milestone for the company and its clients. By embracing state-of-the-art technology to address the challenges of SharePoint data management, Soarsoft Africa is setting a new standard in optimizing the way African businesses store, access, and manage their critical information assets.
For companies looking to streamline their SharePoint environment and achieve a higher level of efficiency and scalability, partnering with Soarsoft Africa presents a clear path forward. With a firm commitment to cutting-edge solutions and customer excellence, Soarsoft Africa is poised to lead the way in transforming data management across the continent.
