Object Storage

CFTS provides object storage solutions designed for storing and managing large volumes of unstructured data.

This is particularly suited to environments where data needs to scale over time while remaining accessible and secure.

What Is Object Storage

Object storage manages data as individual objects rather than traditional files or disks.

Each object contains:

• the data itself
• associated metadata
• a unique identifier

This structure allows data to be stored and retrieved efficiently at scale.

Designed for Scalable Data

Object storage is built to handle:

• large datasets
• growing data volumes
• distributed access requirements

It allows organisations to expand storage capacity without restructuring their systems.

Access & Integration

CFTS object storage is accessible through standard interfaces, including:

• S3-compatible APIs
• application integration
• secure access methods

This ensures compatibility with modern applications, backup systems, and data platforms.

Typical Use Cases

Object storage is commonly used for:

• research datasets
• backup repositories
• media and content storage
• archives and long-term retention
• application assets

Built for Durability

Object storage systems are designed to provide:

• high data durability
• distributed storage architecture
• resilience against data loss

This makes them suitable for storing critical and long-term data.

Why This Matters

As data volumes grow, traditional storage methods can become difficult to scale and manage.

Object storage provides a flexible and efficient way to store large amounts of data while maintaining accessibility and reliability.

This is particularly important for:

• research and data-driven organisations
• systems generating large volumes of content
• environments requiring long-term data retention