Alternative to OneDrive and SharePoint
Alternative to OneDrive and SharePoint
While OneDrive and SharePoint are popular cloud storage and web-based collaboration platforms, they come with limitations that can impede productivity and collaboration. Depending on the industry, users use different applications, and SharePoint may not be suitable for large file sync and real-time collaboration. Let’s explore some limitations of OneDrive and SharePoint and consider alternatives.
Limitations of OneDrive and SharePoint
File Size Limits
One of the most significant limitations of OneDrive and SharePoint is the restriction on file sizes. Both platforms impose limits on the size of individual files that can be uploaded or synced, which can be particularly problematic for organizations dealing with large media files, CAD drawings, or database backups. The single file upload limit is 250 GB, applying to each individual file uploaded to SharePoint document libraries or OneDrive folders.
Sync File Counts
Another common issue faced by users of OneDrive and SharePoint is sync file counts. As the number of files and folders in a user’s library grows, the sync process can become slow and unreliable, leading to synchronization errors, conflicts, and data loss. OneDrive has a limit of syncing a maximum of 300,000 files across your cloud storage. If there are 5000 items in a document library, performance degrades to the point where it becomes unusable.
Storage Quotas
Both OneDrive and SharePoint have storage quotas that restrict the amount of data that users can store. These quotas can be quickly reached, especially in organizations dealing with large volumes of data, leading to additional costs or the need for complex storage management strategies.
Versioning and Collaboration Challenges
OneDrive and SharePoint offer versioning and collaboration features to facilitate teamwork and document management. However, these features may not always work seamlessly, especially when multiple users are editing the same document simultaneously or accessing files from different devices.
Morro Data CloudNAS as an Alternative
Morro Data CloudNAS emerges as a compelling alternative, offering robust features that address the shortcomings of web-based cloud storage platforms.
File Size
With its Sync and Replicate shares functionality, Morro Data CloudNAS eliminates file size limitations, allowing organizations to store and access files of any size without restrictions, except for hardware storage capacity. This flexibility makes Morro Data CloudNAS an ideal choice for organizations dealing with large media files, CAD drawings, or database backups, empowering them to manage and share their data more efficiently.
Global File Locking
One of the standout features of Morro Data CloudNAS is its Global File Locking capability. This feature enables remote teams to collaborate seamlessly. When a user opens a file for editing, Morro Data CloudNAS automatically locks the file, preventing other users from making changes until the file is released. This ensures data consistency and eliminates the need for manual version control, streamlining collaboration among distributed teams.
Versioning
Morro Data CloudNAS offers file versioning capabilities, allowing organizations to keep unlimited versions of files or specify a limit based on their preferences. Organizations can choose to retain 300, 30, or any number of versions at weighted intervals, ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Morro Data CloudNAS is well-suited for real-time collaboration, providing seamless access to files and enabling teams to collaborate effectively regardless of their location.