Storage Architecture

CFTS provides a range of storage solutions designed to support different performance, capacity, and access requirements.

Rather than offering a single type of storage, we align storage design with how data is used, ensuring the right balance between speed, scalability, and cost.

Flexible Storage Options

CFTS supports multiple storage types, including:

• high-performance NVMe storage
• enterprise-grade SSD storage
• high-capacity HDD storage
• object storage (S3-compatible)
• secure file transfer storage (SFTP)

This allows storage to be matched to the specific needs of each workload.

Designed for Different Workloads

Different types of data require different storage approaches.

CFTS storage solutions support:

• application and system storage
• database environments
• large datasets and research data
• backups and archival storage
• media and content storage

Each solution is designed based on how the data will be accessed, processed, and retained.

Scalable by Design

Storage infrastructure can expand as requirements grow.

This allows organisations to:

• start with current capacity needs
• scale storage without disruption
• adapt to changing data requirements over time

Access & Integration

Storage can be accessed in different ways depending on use case:

• direct application integration
• secure file transfer (SFTP)
• API-based access (S3-compatible object storage)

This ensures compatibility with both traditional systems and modern applications.

Built for Reliability

CFTS storage environments are designed to ensure:

• consistent performance
• data integrity
• secure access
• compatibility with backup and recovery systems

Why This Matters

Not all data is the same, and using the wrong type of storage can lead to poor performance, unnecessary cost, or operational limitations.

CFTS takes a structured approach to storage design, ensuring that:

• performance matches workload requirements
• storage scales with data growth
• systems remain efficient and reliable over time