Squirrel

Squirrel Features

Automated Archiving: Streamline your document management by automating the transfer of documents from SharePoint Online to Azure Blob Storage. Squirrel’s advanced algorithms ensure that your archiving process is seamless and error-free, significantly reducing manual workload and potential for human error. This automation not only saves time but also maintains data integrity throughout the transfer process.

Cost-Effective SharePoint Storage Solution: Optimize your storage costs with Squirrel by utilizing Azure Blob Storage, a more economical alternative to traditional storage solutions. Benefit from lower storage costs without compromising on speed or accessibility. This feature is ideal for organizations looking to efficiently manage large volumes of data while keeping budgetary constraints in check.

User-Friendly Interface: Navigate the complexities of document archiving with ease using Squirrel’s intuitive and user-friendly dashboard. Designed with the end-user in mind, it requires minimal training to master, making it accessible to users of all tech levels. Simplify your document management tasks with clear, easy-to-use controls and customizable settings.

Enhanced Security: Protect your sensitive data during transfers with Squirrel’s robust security protocols. Leveraging the latest in encryption technology and continuous security updates, Squirrel ensures that your data is safe from unauthorized access and breaches. Trust our comprehensive security measures to keep your information secure at every step of the archiving process.

Self-Service Rehydration: Squirrel enhances user convenience by leaving a stub file in SharePoint, using the same file name as the original document. This allows users to rehydrate their archived data with just a click, seamlessly restoring it back to SharePoint. To users, the process is transparent and instantaneous, enabling them to access their documents as if they were never moved. This feature supports a smooth workflow, minimizing disruption and maintaining continuity in document access.

Comprehensive Document Reporting: Delve deeper into your SharePoint environment with detailed reporting on document and file usage. Squirrel provides powerful analytics that help you understand access patterns, document lifecycles, and storage distributions. Use this data to optimize your file management strategies, ensure compliance, and drive operational efficiency across your organization.

Advanced Reporting Capabilities: Gain valuable insights into your archiving process with comprehensive reporting tools. Track usage, monitor storage savings, and view detailed logs of all archiving activities. Our reports are designed to help you make informed decisions, ensuring you maximize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your document management system.

Integration with OneDrive-Synced Folders: With Squirrel, users can seamlessly work with documents stored in OneDrive-synced SharePoint folders. This functionality ensures that whether you’re accessing documents through the SharePoint Online web interface or working offline with OneDrive-synced folders, Squirrel efficiently manages your files. It archives documents based on lifecycle policies and provides transparent, secure, and effortless rehydration. By integrating with OneDrive-synced folders, Squirrel enhances user productivity and convenience, ensuring that your document management processes are both flexible and robust.

Data Residency: Squirrel ensures that all archived data remains securely within your own Azure tenancy. By storing the data in your own Azure Blob Storage account, Squirrel provides you with full control and oversight over your information. This approach guarantees that your data does not leave your jurisdiction, supporting compliance with local data protection regulations. You can manage, monitor, and audit your data storage directly within your Azure environment, ensuring transparency and security.

Regional Deployment: To further optimize performance, compliance, and user experience, Squirrel deploys the solution in the same region as your Microsoft tenancy. By aligning with your regional data residency requirements, Squirrel minimizes latency and enhances access speeds for your users. This regional deployment strategy ensures that data transfers between SharePoint Online and Azure Blob Storage are efficient and reliable, reducing potential delays and maximizing productivity. Moreover, this approach supports adherence to regional compliance standards and data sovereignty laws, giving you peace of mind that your data is handled in accordance with local regulations.