Cloud Storage
S3 Compatible
channel S3 compatible object storage for business
Build Predictable Channel Revenue with Sovereign S3 Compatible Object Storage
Tired of unpredictable cloud bills eroding your margins? A new approach to S3 compatible object storage for business offers a solution designed for the European channel.
The topic briefly and concisely
Channel partners can build predictable, defensible margins for BaaS and archiving by using S3 compatible object storage with a zero-egress and zero-API-fee pricing model.
Offering a sovereign storage solution with EU-only data centers and country-level geofencing meets growing client demand for GDPR compliance and digital sovereignty.
An 'Always-Hot' architecture with full S3 compatibility simplifies operations, eliminates restore fees, and ensures seamless integration with existing backup tools.
For MSPs and IT resellers, the public cloud's complex pricing models create significant business challenges, with over 55% of European firms reporting that unpredictable egress fees delay critical projects. This volatility makes it nearly impossible to build profitable, fixed-fee services for backup, disaster recovery, and archiving. The solution lies in a channel-first approach: a sovereign, S3 compatible object storage platform engineered with a predictable cost structure. By eliminating egress fees and API call charges entirely, partners can protect their margins, simplify GDPR compliance, and deliver the data sovereignty their clients are demanding.
Secure Predictable Margins with a Zero-Fee Model
The single greatest challenge for channel partners offering cloud backup and archiving is cost volatility, with nearly 90% of IT leaders citing unexpected fees as a budget issue. A channel S3 compatible object storage for business built on a zero-egress, zero-API-fee model fundamentally changes this dynamic. This structure provides the cost predictability needed to build and scale managed services with confidence. Partners can quote fixed prices for Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and archiving solutions, knowing their margins are protected. This transparent economic model is the foundation of a healthy channel partner program.
This financial stability allows partners to focus on service delivery rather than auditing complex cloud bills. With a predictable cost base, MSPs can onboard new clients faster and automate service delivery using robust API/ CLI tools. The multi-tenant partner console, complete with role-based access control (RBAC) and MFA, ensures secure management across hundreds of clients from a single interface. This operational efficiency is key to scaling a modern data protection business.
Additional useful links
Federal Office for Social Security provides insights into cloud computing within the context of AI, big data, automated processing, and the digital committee.
Lünendonk & Hossenfelder offers a comprehensive report on the market for IT services in Germany, including a 2025 forecast.
Statista presents statistics on the usage of cloud computing in German companies, derived from recent survey data.
Federal Statistical Office of Germany (Destatis) provides detailed statistical tables on cloud computing usage within various companies.
FAQ
Is this S3 compatible object storage suitable for ransomware protection?
Yes. The platform is designed for ransomware protection through a feature called Immutable Storage, which utilizes S3 Object Lock. This allows you to make backup copies of your data that cannot be altered, encrypted, or deleted for a set period, ensuring you always have a clean copy to restore in the event of an attack.
Can I use my existing backup software with this storage?
Absolutely. The storage is fully S3 API compatible, which means it works out-of-the-box with leading backup and recovery software that supports S3 as a storage target. This includes integrations with vendors like NovaBackup, Veeam, and others, allowing for a seamless transition without needing to replace your existing tools.
How does the pricing model provide predictability for channel partners?
The pricing model is predictable by design. It is based on a flat rate for storage capacity and completely eliminates variable costs like egress fees (for data retrieval) and API call charges. This allows MSPs and resellers to know their exact costs upfront, enabling them to build profitable, fixed-price service packages for their clients without risking margin erosion from unexpected fees.
What kind of support is available for channel partners?
Channel partners receive dedicated support, including access to a multi-tenant partner console for managing all their clients. The platform also offers robust automation capabilities via API and CLI, detailed reporting, and a quick onboarding process. Through our distribution partners like api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK, local commercial and technical support is readily available.
How does the platform ensure GDPR compliance and data sovereignty?
Compliance is ensured by operating exclusively in certified European data centers. The platform offers country-level geofencing to keep data within specific EU regions, adhering to strict data residency requirements. All data is governed by EU law, providing legal certainty and avoiding exposure to regulations like the U.S. CLOUD Act.
What is the benefit of an 'Always-Hot' storage architecture?
The 'Always-Hot' architecture ensures all data is instantly accessible without retrieval delays or extra fees associated with moving data from colder storage tiers. This simplifies data management, makes restore times faster and more predictable, and prevents the hidden operational costs and API timeouts that can occur with complex, tiered storage systems.
