Kiteworks and Wasabi: Rethinking the Security-Cost Trade-Off

For years, state governments and educational institutions have faced what seemed like an impossible choice: invest in robust data security or keep storage costs manageable. This dilemma has forced IT leaders to make difficult compromises, particularly as data volumes continue to grow and compliance requirements become more complex.

The partnership between Kiteworks and Wasabi Technologies addresses this challenge head-on. By integrating Kiteworks’ Private Data Network with Wasabi’s high-performance cloud storage, organizations can now achieve both enterprise-grade security and significant cost savings without compromise.

The combined solution delivers measurable results: 70% lower storage costs compared to traditional cloud providers, 80% faster compliance audit preparation, and unlimited file capacity with zero-trust architecture protecting every transfer.

This integration matters because it solves real operational problems. Consider a state law enforcement agency managing years of video evidence, or a research university handling sensitive grant data. These organizations need storage that scales affordably while meeting strict regulatory requirements like FedRAMP, FERPA, and state-specific data protection laws.

The platform combines Wasabi’s cloud storage, which eliminates egress fees and delivers predictable pricing, with Kiteworks’ automated governance capabilities. This means security teams can enforce granular access controls and maintain comprehensive audit trails without manual overhead. IT departments can migrate existing data seamlessly using Kiteworks’ workflow designer, then manage ongoing transfers through a unified dashboard.

What makes this partnership particularly valuable is how it addresses the full data life cycle. Organizations gain visibility into every send, share, and receive operation while maintaining compliance with multiple frameworks. The zero-trust architecture ensures that sensitive information remains protected, whether it’s student records, government documents, or law enforcement evidence.

For organizations evaluating their current storage and security infrastructure, this integrated approach represents a shift from forced trade-offs to practical optimization. The solution proves that security and cost-efficiency can coexist—a reality that’s increasingly essential as data continues to grow and compliance requirements expand.