Why OwnCloud is the File Management Solution Your Business Needs

Effective file management is crucial for every business, regardless of size or industry, in today’s digital landscape. With multiple cloud-based solutions like OneDrive and Dropbox available, it can be challenging to choose the right one. Enter OwnCloud—a powerful, self-hosted file management platform that provides businesses flexibility, control, and enhanced security. But what sets OwnCloud apart, and why should you consider it for your business?
1. Total Control Over Your Data

One of the primary advantages of using OwnCloud is that it gives you complete control over your data. Unlike traditional cloud storage services, OwnCloud is self-hosted, which means your files and documents are stored on your servers, not on a third-party platform. This level of control is crucial for businesses dealing with sensitive information or those operating in regulated industries where data compliance is critical.

With OwnCloud, you decide where your data is stored, who has access to it, and how it’s shared. This control minimises the risk of data breaches and gives your business an added layer of protection.

2. Enhanced Privacy and Security

Privacy concerns are a major issue when using public cloud storage services. OwnCloud addresses these concerns by allowing you to host your own storage environment, which significantly reduces the likelihood of unauthorised access. The platform offers end-to-end encryption, secure sharing features, and robust access controls that ensure your data remains confidential.

Moreover, OwnCloud complies with major security standards like ISO 27001, SOC2, and HIPAA, making it a trusted choice for businesses that prioritise data privacy and security.

3. Customisable and Scalable Solution

Every business has unique needs, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t always work. OwnCloud is highly customisable, enabling you to tailor the platform according to your organisation’s specific requirements. Whether you need to integrate it with existing systems, set up automated workflows, or add custom apps, OwnCloud provides the flexibility to create a solution that works for you.

As your business grows, OwnCloud can easily scale to accommodate increasing data and user demands. This makes it an ideal choice for both small businesses and large enterprises looking for a robust, adaptable file management solution.

4. Collaboration Without Compromise

Effective collaboration is the backbone of any successful organisation. With OwnCloud, your team can work on shared documents, manage project files, and communicate seamlessly—all without compromising security or privacy. The platform includes features like file versioning, activity streams, and detailed file sharing options, ensuring that team members always have access to the latest documents.

Moreover, OwnCloud’s integration with popular third-party tools like Microsoft Office, OnlyOffice, and Collabora Online means that your team can continue to use the software they’re familiar with while benefiting from OwnCloud’s enhanced file management capabilities.

5. Cost-Efficient Solution

While public cloud storage services often come with monthly or yearly subscription fees, OwnCloud’s self-hosted model allows businesses to optimise costs over time. By using your existing infrastructure or a private cloud service, you can reduce dependency on third-party platforms and avoid recurring subscription costs. This makes OwnCloud a more cost-effective solution in the long run, especially for businesses managing large volumes of data.

Final Thoughts

OwnCloud is more than just a file management platform—it’s a comprehensive solution that gives your business the power to manage, store, and share files with confidence. With total control over your data, enhanced security features, and seamless collaboration tools, OwnCloud empowers organisations to work smarter and more securely. So, if you’re looking for a robust alternative to traditional cloud storage services, it’s time to consider OwnCloud and experience the difference it can make for your business.

Get a quick overview so you can spend your time improving your processes.

You can easily define and set up processes according to your own needs using a convenient layout tool. In addition, since all types of workflow processes can be managed, you get all case management in one single system. 

Analyses, statistics and reports give you an unbeatable overview with real-time status and division of responsibility. Nothing has to fall through the cracks anymore and you always have an accurate and up-to-date base for decision-making.

CANEA Process is a tool that allows you to model and share business processes in an easy-to-use graphical web interface.

Seeing is understanding

Visualisation gives all employees an understanding of the organisation’s processes, activities, responsibilities and information flows.

Living processes

Identifying working methods while making it easy to update is the basis for continuous improvement of processes.

Create a complete picture

Linking together documents, information and tools with clickable process maps create an intuitive and comprehensive management system.

CANEA Workflow is an IT solution that automates, quality-assures and speeds up administrative workflow processes.

You can easily define and set up processes according to your own needs using a convenient layout tool. In addition, since all types of workflow processes can be managed, you get all case management in one single system. 

Analyses, statistics and reports give you an unbeatable overview with real-time status and division of responsibility. Nothing has to fall through the cracks anymore and you always have an accurate and up-to-date base for decision-making.

By creating executable processes in CANEA Workflow, you get both better control of the situation and smoother processing.

Streamlining the work

Ensure compliance and that handovers are done correctly and with the right information.

Correct decision support

You get an unbeatable overview of the processes in real time, with both clear reports and clear diagrams.

Improve processes continuously

Our process support can be constantly adapted to changing needs and requirements. In this way, we give you the best possible conditions for your daily work.

A document management system without complicated folder structures.

CANEA Document combines simple and intuitive search features with powerful features for managing documents from a life cycle perspective.

Maximum availability
Search and find information quickly based on what you need, not where it is stored.

High security
Ensure accuracy, changes and access to all information – with high traceability.

Fulfils requirements
Manage information according to standards, legislation and other requirements for document management.

CANEA Document supports everything from production, publication and modification to archiving and deletion – with full traceability and version management.

CANEA Document provides secure management of all types of documents – in one place. Tagging the information with metadata creates a virtual, multidimensional folder structure. This means that a document appears in multiple locations at the same time, with authorisation-controlled access. The right information in the right place for the right users at the right time!

You can usefully add your company’s process-oriented management system to CANEA Document. All production and distribution of documents is quality-assured and streamlined. In addition, your employees always have access to the most up-to-date version of the documents – directly via intranet, tablets and mobile phones.

Improve the performance of your project activities

CANEA Project is a comprehensive project tool with integrated support for all types of projects and parties– such as management, resource owners, clients, project managers and project participants. CANEA Project gives you an excellent overview of your entire project portfolio, including profitability and status, making it easier to prioritize and make decisions.

CANEA Project shares all important project information with both internal and external members.

Let your project manager focus on management rather than administration and distribution of the information.

Gather all project information in one place and make it available to both internal and external members.

Helps you with prioritization of projects, resource management and analysis of portfolios and programs.

Make reality of the strategy

CANEA Strategy makes it possible for organisations of all sizes to create a unique common thread from the strategic work to the daily operations. We do not just provide performance management tools but rather a completely new generation of IT support for strategy activation. The system guarantees and provides support throughout the chain from strategy to execution. You get no results without action. CANEA Strategy makes it possible in practise! 

CANEA Strategy ensures and provides support throughout the entire journey from strategy to execution.

Create a shared understanding of the strategy, the goal to achieve and how.

Gives management an unbeatable overview of what’s happening, how it’s progressing, and why.

Creates a clear common thread from the strategy to project, initiatives and actions.