Why you should be excited about our new cold storage feature

As businesses increasingly generate and accumulate more data than ever, finding efficient and cost-effective ways to manage that data has never been more essential. That’s why we built a new 3DVAULT Cold storage feature designed specifically for infrequently accessed data. This feature is for organizations looking to optimize their data management strategies while keeping costs down. Let’s break down what makes this feature so valuable.

What is cold storage?

Cold storage is a storage solution optimized for long-term data retention, allowing admin users to store data that is not needed for immediate retrieval. Unlike active data storage, which is geared toward quick access to frequently used data, cold storage prioritizes cost savings over speed. While retrieval times may be slower, this trade-off comes with significant cost savings.

Cost-efficient data storage

Cold storage provides a highly cost-effective solution for data that doesn’t need frequent access. By moving infrequently accessed data to this option, clients can drastically cut their storage costs. This is particularly beneficial for industries like oil and gas, utilities, and construction, which generate large amounts of 3D and geospatial data. With cold storage, they can securely archive their data over the long term without sacrificing future accessibility. Imagine the savings on storage fees while still having peace of mind knowing that critical data is safely stored and ready for retrieval when needed.

Easy data retrieval

One of the standout features of cold storage is its flexibility. Users can retrieve their data effortlessly whenever it’s needed. The process for moving data back to Active storage is straightforward and efficient, managed seamlessly through 3DVAULT. Admins can simply access the cold storage tab, select the data they need, and move it to Active storage. Within 48 hours, they’ll have quick access to archived data, making it easy to review or utilize it in ongoing projects. This means you don’t have to worry about being caught without important data when time is of the essence.

Perfect for compliance and archiving

For organizations with strict compliance requirements regarding data retention, cold storage is ideal. Data remains securely stored and is easily accessible for audits, regulatory reviews, or future projects. For example, utility companies or construction firms can leverage cold storage to archive project files, ensuring they are readily available for compliance checks. This feature not only helps in meeting legal obligations but also ensures that historical data can be accessed whenever necessary. 

Our new cold storage feature is designed to help businesses like yours manage data successfully. By allowing for the secure and cost-effective storage of infrequently accessed data, we’re confident this feature will significantly enhance your data management capabilities. Stay tuned for the launch, and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for updates and exclusive content related to our cold storage feature! Book a demo to learn more and explore our cost-efficient cold storage solutions for long-term data management.