VPN Alternative for CAD

Seamless CAD File Access Without VPN Limitations

CentreStack offers a seamless, secure alternative to VPNs for remote CAD file access, integrating with existing servers and Active Directory for anywhere access without compromising security or efficiency.


CentreStack offers a revolutionary 'VPN Alternative for CAD', enabling seamless, secure remote access to large CAD files without traditional VPN drawbacks. It transforms on-premises servers for anywhere access, integrating with Active Directory and maintaining NTFS permissions, all while keeping data onsite. This solution boosts remote work, collaboration, and project management efficiency, eliminating VPN limitations and ensuring high productivity and data security for teams working with large CAD files.


Challenges

In today's fast-paced environment, businesses face significant hurdles in managing and accessing large CAD files remotely. Traditional VPN solutions fall short, leading to inefficiencies and security concerns that hamper productivity and collaboration. These challenges are particularly acute for teams relying on CAD for project management and design tasks, necessitating a robust alternative that can meet the unique demands of remote access without compromising on performance or security.

Inadequate Remote Access

Businesses struggle with VPNs that cannot efficiently handle the bandwidth and performance requirements of large CAD files, leading to delays and frustration.

Security and Compliance Risks

The reliance on outdated VPN technology exposes businesses to security vulnerabilities and compliance issues, risking data integrity and client trust.

Collaboration Inefficiencies

The lack of real-time access and file locking capabilities hinders effective collaboration among remote teams, impacting project timelines and quality.

Resistance to Cloud Migration

Concerns over data sovereignty and security deter businesses from migrating to cloud servers, limiting their ability to leverage modern collaboration tools.


Identifying these challenges is crucial for enhancing your remote CAD file management and collaboration. Learn how our solution facilitates a new level of efficiency and security.


Existing Solutions and Their Limitations

In the quest for efficient, secure remote access to CAD files, businesses often encounter roadblocks with existing solutions. Traditional VPNs, while common, fall short in meeting the unique demands of CAD file management and collaboration. Similarly, popular cloud storage options like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Dropbox, though widely used, do not fully address the complexities of CAD workflows. These limitations not only hinder productivity but also pose significant challenges in project management and team collaboration.

VPN Performance Issues

VPNs often struggle with the large file sizes of CAD projects, leading to slow data transfer rates and inefficient remote access, impacting productivity.

Cloud Storage Shortcomings

Solutions like SharePoint and Dropbox lack real-time synchronization and file locking for CAD files, crucial for collaborative CAD work.

Security and Access Concerns

Traditional cloud solutions and VPNs raise concerns over data security and access control, crucial for maintaining project integrity and compliance.

Inadequate Support for CAD

Competing solutions often do not support the specific needs of CAD file management, such as handling complex file dependencies and version control.

Introducing CentreStack

Experience unmatched efficiency and security in remote management and access of large CAD files with 'VPN Alternative for CAD'. CentreStack eliminates the common drawbacks of traditional VPNs, providing seamless integration, improved collaboration, and strong data protection, specifically designed for CAD workflows.

Seamless Integration

CentreStack cloudifies on-premises file servers for anywhere access, maintaining NTFS permissions and Active Directory integration, ensuring a smooth transition to remote work.

Enhanced Collaboration

Real-time access and file locking capabilities transform collaboration among remote teams, streamlining project timelines and improving overall project quality.

Robust Data Protection

With CentreStack, your data stays on-site, protected by advanced security measures, offering peace of mind without the security vulnerabilities of traditional VPNs.


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Cloud Drive Mapping

Drive mapping is an important feature for online file access. End users can easily drag and drop files and folders from a set of mapped drives over the Internet without a VPN connection.

Global File Locking

File locking is a vital feature for online file access and team collaboration to avoid conflicts. End users need to control global concurrent online file access by using file locking to maintain consistency.

Permission Control

Dropbox and Google Drive don't have the same level of centralized control as a file server. You might miss the NTFS permissions and the ability to know where your data is, who has access to it and what they're doing with it.

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How It Works Diagram - Two flavors of CentreStack

CentreStack Online

We host CentreStack for you in AWS

Organizations need to enhance mobility and productivity through streamlined remote access and collaboration. CIOs seek online solutions with seamless cloud integration to minimize disruption and reduce employee retraining for new cloud storage systems.

Mapped Drives

Remotely access file shares from a drive letter without the need for a VPN. Cloud replication is optional!

File Locking

Provides full support for file locking from the cloud, with a familiar file server locking experience.

File Servers

Solve file server sync and share problems while facilitating mobile access and business continuity.

Mobile Access

Connect to your file server with a mobile device and edit directly using Microsoft Office Mobile Apps.

Web-Link

Use web links to share files and folders with recipients or receive files directly from a web browser.

Mobile Apps

Mobile applications provide file server remote access from iOS and Android devices.

CentreStack Server

Self-Hosted CentreStack Server Installation

Implement a private cloud file-sharing and secure remote access solution that integrates seamlessly with your existing IT infrastructure, enabling you to serve your clients efficiently and effectively.

Pricing

From our success stories, MSPs making $24K and have 80% margins. It is an excellent way for MSPs to enhance their service portfolio.

Management

CentreStack adopts a single-pane-of-glass management model, allowing MSPs to manage the solution from one single web interface.

Multi-Tenant

CentreStack is multi-tenant by design, making it easy for MSP to set up and support multiple clients from one single deployment.

White Label

CentreStack is a white-label solution supporting complete branding from web interface to mobile applications.

Flexible

CentreStack integrates with file servers, AWS, Azure, and google. The integration makes it easy for MSPs to deploy solutions.

Partners

CentreStack partner programs offer marketing collaterals and partner incentives and assistance for solution deployments.


If you are an enterprise seeking a self-hosted solution that complements your existing IT infrastructure with enhanced remote access and collaboration capabilities, explore Triofox—our robust sibling solution designed specifically for larger organizations.


How It Works

CentreStack transforms remote access to CAD files by making on-premises servers cloud-accessible, offering seamless and secure access without the limitations of traditional VPNs. It seamlessly integrates with Active Directory, upholds NTFS permissions for data security, and boosts collaboration and project management efficiency, all while ensuring data remains on-premises.

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Cloudify Servers

Transforms existing on-premises file servers into cloud-accessible storage, allowing remote access to CAD files without moving data offsite.

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Seamless Integration

Integrates with Active Directory and maintains NTFS permissions, ensuring a familiar and secure environment for users.

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HTTPS Access

Enables data access via a web portal or an HTTPS mapped drive, offering better performance and reliability than traditional VPNs.

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File Locking

Supports file locking to prevent concurrent edits, ensuring data integrity and facilitating effective collaboration.

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Version Control

Offers version control for CAD files, protecting against accidental deletions and ransomware attacks.

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Secure Sharing

Allows for secure external sharing directly from the file server, addressing data sprawl and compliance concerns.

Bypass VPNs, Enhance Collaboration, Secure Files

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Our Recent Case Studies

Revolutionizing CAD Collaboration: A Triofox Story

A leading engineering firm faced challenges with remote collaboration and efficient management of large DWG files in a post-COVID-19 world. Triofox provided a transformative solution, enabling seamless remote access and collaboration without the need for VPNs or data migration. This resulted in enhanced project management efficiency, improved productivity, and reduced IT overhead. The firm experienced remarkable improvements in collaboration efforts, setting a new standard for modern engineering data management and remote work capabilities. This case study highlights the potential of Triofox to modernize engineering project collaboration.

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Frequently Asked Questions: All You Need to Know

How does CentreStack ensure secure access to CAD files without using a VPN?

CentreStack ensures secure access by providing VPN-less access to local data over HTTPS, eliminating the need for traditional VPNs and their associated drawbacks, such as dropped connections, even on mobile devices.

Can CentreStack handle large CAD files efficiently?

Yes, CentreStack is specifically designed to handle large CAD files efficiently, utilizing cloud technology to offer scalable solutions that cater to the needs of businesses dealing with large design files.

Does CentreStack offer version control and protection against accidental deletions or ransomware attacks?

Yes, CentreStack provides full versioning capabilities, allowing users to define their own retention policies and versions for each folder. This offers protection against accidental deletions and ransomware attacks, enabling users to restore to a previous version before the attack.

Is it possible for multiple people to work simultaneously on the same DWG file with CentreStack?

Yes, CentreStack supports simultaneous work on the same DWG file using file locking features to prevent multiple users from editing the same file at the same time. However, this depends on the application used to access the file supporting locking.

Can CentreStack provide detailed activity reports for users?

CentreStack can generate comprehensive reports on all employees, capturing their activities, login locations, times, and IP addresses. This is useful for monitoring employee productivity and identifying any potential issues.

How does CentreStack compare to traditional VPN solutions for accessing CAD files?

CentreStack offers a more efficient and secure alternative to traditional VPN solutions, eliminating common VPN challenges such as slow access speeds and complex setup processes. It provides a user-friendly platform that enhances productivity and collaboration.

Is CentreStack easy to integrate with existing IT infrastructure?

Yes, CentreStack is designed for easy integration with existing IT infrastructure, supporting Active Directory integration and working alongside existing file servers to make the transition smooth for IT teams.

Can CentreStack ensure the security of CAD files?

CentreStack ensures the security of CAD files through advanced security measures, including file locking, permission control, and integration with Active Directory. It also offers remote wipe capabilities to prevent data leakage.


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