Fusion Direct

Unifying File and Object Storage for the AI Era

Breaking down the barriers between file systems and object storage to unlock enterprise data for AI.

Enterprises have long maintained separate environments for file and object storage. File systems support collaboration and applications, while object storage powers analytics and AI workloads. Connecting the two has typically required gateways, data duplication, or complex workflows that increase cost and slow innovation.

CTERA FUSION DIRECT

CTERA Fusion Direct introduces a new architectural approach that allows files and objects to coexist within a single global namespace, making enterprise data easier to access and use across modern analytics and AI pipelines. Explore the resources below to learn more.
CTERA Fusion Direct Architecture

RESOURCES

Fusion Direct Architecture Overview

Feature Brief

Fusion Direct Architecture Overview

See how CTERA Fusion Direct unifies file and object access to simplify data pipelines for analytics and AI.


Executive White Paper

Overview: Unifying File and Object for the AI Era

Learn why the divide between file and object storage slows AI initiatives and how unified architecture changes it.


White Paper

The Holy Grail of AI Infrastructure: Unifying File and Object Storage

Explore how CTERA Fusion Direct eliminates the cost, complexity, and performance trade-offs of traditional file-to-object integration.

Blog

Federated Architecture:
The Key to a Unified Data Fabric and AI Workloads

by Oded Nagel

Blog

File and Object Storage Convergence: The Missing Foundation for Enterprise AI

by Aron Brand