Cristie Software: CloneManager With Real-time Replication Process

Cristie Software Limited set to disrupt the cloud replication market.

CloneManager HotStandby

It’s an update to company’s system migration solution, CloneManager. By introducing a real-time replication process, it allows users to create hot standbys of live systems that can be instantly activated in the event of a disaster.

This functionality has been designed to accommodate the growing demand for cloud- and hypervisor-based replication and DR. Once CloneManager has replicated a system, it can be regularly or continuously synced to keep the hot standby current. A snapshotting feature provides recovery assurance, and a response to the worrying rise in ransomware. If corrupt data or malware is copied across to the hot standby, users can simply roll back to the last successful replication. The price point of less than $120 per quarter enables organisations of all sizes to protect critical systems cost-effectively.

CloneManager HotStandby screen
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Ian McKay, global lead migration strategy, IT services provider, Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), says: “We’ve been using CloneManager successfully for more than three years to migrate our clients’ systems and help them take advantage of cost-effective cloud-based infrastructure. With developments such as more frequent replications and a snapshot feature, we’re excited that this new release will enhance the system protection and business agility that we already offer our clients.”

CloneManager’s technology has also benefitted from a redesigned, intuitive interface as part of a commitment to provide the best user experience. Designed to be intuitive from the outset, CloneManager now features wizards, in-built tutor facilities, and access to a detailed Knowledgebase and technical community.

Tony Davey, manager, group product and project, Cristie, says: “This next-generation, user-focused interface will shortly be rolled out across our entire product portfolio and will provide clear guidance for users, at the point of need. We’ll continue to deliver more technical firsts in our solutions, in a format that is easy to use and engage with.”

CloneManager Migration

Why is this release important?

• Aggressive RTPO can be easily met through scheduled or continuous system replications.

• Users can benefit from automatic snapshot management if replicating to vSphere or AWS EC2. Useful for when corrupt or malicious data has been replicated to a target environment.

• The need for a complex skillset or heavy personnel resources to protect critical systems and workloads is greatly reduced with inbuilt, context-driven guidance.

• Pricing at $120 per machine, per quarter.