The Comprehensive, Cyber-Resilient, Multi-Tenant Infrastructure Platform Infrastructure Plus Network as a Service (NaaS) for Multiple Locations
Hyperconverged Platform for Compute, Storage, Networking and Private Cloud
A Scalable, Highly Available Infrastructure Platform Instead of Disconnected IT Silos.
sayFUSE Hyperconverged Infrastructure (sayFUSE HCI) consists of at least three sayFUSE All-in-One nodes that provide the complete server, storage and network infrastructure. The solution also includes a sayFUSE Backup Appliance, serving as an integrated backup and recovery platform for archiving, data protection and offsite storage.
Integrated sayTRUST Post-Zero-Trust technology enables highly secure communication between clients and the infrastructure.
The comprehensive, resilient IT infrastructure combines essential functions of modern IT environments within a scalable, highly available architecture. Instead of operating virtualization, compute, storage, networking, backup and recovery as separate systems, these capabilities are brought together in a unified infrastructure platform.
The platform integrates virtualization, compute, storage, high availability, Live Migration, Live Synchronization, backup, offsite storage and Disaster Recovery into a single software-defined system that can be centrally managed and controlled across multiple nodes.
It is designed to tolerate complete component or node failures. In addition, physical and virtual workspaces can be centrally provisioned and automatically equipped with the required applications and software components.
A key objective is to reduce technical complexity. Fewer interdependent standalone solutions mean fewer interfaces, lower administrative overhead and a more manageable, controlled operating environment.
Security and resilience are not added later through separate components. Instead, they are built into the underlying architecture from the outset, following the principle of Security by Design.
The sayFUSE HCI platform provides the foundation for scalable business continuity. It reduces the complexity of the entire IT infrastructure while minimizing hardware and software requirements. Installation, migration and operational effort are significantly reduced.
Hardware replacement cycles can be extended, while energy consumption, operating costs and CO₂ emissions can be substantially reduced.
The integrated hypervisor unifies storage, compute and networking resources across individual nodes and makes infrastructure components available as multi-tenant services.
Complete Infrastructure as a Service for Locations and Tenants
For example, sayFUSE HCI can provide remote locations or tenants with complete network and IT infrastructure services, reducing the need for additional on-site investments in servers, storage systems, load balancers and other infrastructure components.
Each location or tenant receives a logically isolated infrastructure environment, centrally provisioned by the main administration and independently managed within defined permissions.
The following infrastructure components and services can be provided:
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Routers
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Load balancers
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Firewalls
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Single Sign-On (SSO)
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Personal Key Identification (PKI)
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Zero Trust Access
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VPN connectivity
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NFS, iSCSI and S3 storage
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Virtual servers
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Virtual desktop PCs
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Multi-layered backup with backup migration, physical air gapping and offsite storage
Isolated Infrastructure with Post-Zero-Trust Secure Access
Individual IaaS environments are logically isolated from one another, from the public internet and from the internal corporate network. Unauthorized systems and communication paths remain inaccessible.
Users can securely access authorized applications, services, networks or their own virtual desktops through sayTRUST Post-Zero-Trust Secure Access.
Access is granted only after identity verification using Personal Key Identification (PKI) and a multi-layered Defence-in-Depth security process.
Flexible Scalability Through Software-Defined Infrastructure
The flexibility of the sayFUSE HCI platform combines the advantages of software-defined storage with scalable compute and network resources.
Performance and capacity can be expanded according to operational requirements. Its modular architecture allows infrastructure resources to grow incrementally as business needs evolve, without fundamentally redesigning the existing platform.
The fundamental principles of Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) are largely similar across many vendors. The key differences lie in their areas of specialization, performance and integration capabilities. sayTEC, however, takes a comprehensive approach that sets it apart.
One of its key differentiators is its "Made in Germany" philosophy. Comparison with Leading HCI Providers (Nutanix, VMware vSAN, Dell EMC VxRail, HPE SimpliVity and Cisco HyperFlex)
Core Features: sayTEC's Comprehensive IT Infrastructure
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Storage Performance: Read/write throughput of up to 150 GB/s.
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Backup Performance: Backup and offsite data transfer rates of up to 12 TB/hour.
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Integrated Security: sayTRUST UZE Technology (Post Zero Trust Security, Made in Germany).
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Proven Applications: Successful deployments in Big Data analytics environments (45 PB), government ministries and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
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Multi-Tenancy for NaaS: Provisioning of complete, highly secure networks as a service, including virtualization, VDI, load balancing, Zero Trust, backup, firewalls, S3, NFS, iSCSI and more. This enables large organizations to provide infrastructure services to distributed locations without requiring additional on-site infrastructure investments.
2. Storage Performance (150 GB/s Read/Write)
Read/write throughput of 150 GB/s represents exceptionally high storage performance.
The fact that we have successfully demonstrated this level of performance in Big Data analytics environments handling 45 PB of data is a major differentiator for many organizations.
This is not merely a theoretical laboratory benchmark, but evidence of the real-world scalability and performance capabilities of sayTEC solutions under demanding conditions.
A data volume of 45 PB is substantial, and Big Data analytics requires massive throughput and low latency. This demonstrates that sayTEC can address infrastructure requirements comparable to those of hyperscale environments within private IT infrastructures.
3. Multi-Tenancy and Network as a Service (NaaS) for Distributed Locations
This capability represents a strategically significant differentiator.
The ability to provide complete networks as a service to distributed locations — including virtualization, VDI, load balancers, Zero Trust, backup, firewalls, S3, NFS, iSCSI and additional infrastructure services — introduces a cloud-like delivery model for on-premises and edge environments.
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Centralized Management and Standardization: Enables large organizations to centrally manage and standardize IT infrastructure across all locations.
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Reduced Local Investment and Expertise Requirements: Remote locations no longer require extensive IT installations or highly specialized IT personnel on-site.
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Enhanced Security: Centrally provisioned infrastructure integrates Zero Trust access and firewall capabilities.
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Greater Agility: New locations, infrastructure resources and services can be deployed more rapidly.
4. Backup Performance (12 TB/hour Backup and Offsite Data Transfer)
A throughput of 12 TB/hour (approximately 3.3 GB/s) provides strong performance for backing up and recovering large volumes of data.
Combined with sayTEC's experience in Big Data environments, this demonstrates the platform's potential to efficiently protect and manage extensive datasets.
5. Integrated Security (sayTRUST UZE Technology)
The deployment of sayTRUST UZE technology within government ministries provides an important reference for its security capabilities and reliability.
Government institutions typically operate under demanding security and compliance requirements.
The ability to deliver Zero Trust security as an integrated component of Network as a Service for distributed locations is a significant differentiator for sayTEC in the field of integrated, decentralized IT security.
This capability is particularly relevant for modern distributed workplaces and organizations facing increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Leading HCI providers do not necessarily include their own proprietary Zero Trust engine, comparable to sayTRUST UZE, as an integral component of their core HCI offerings.
Depending on the vendor and product configuration, customers may need to purchase and integrate separate Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) or microsegmentation solutions from third-party providers.
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Increased Complexity: More vendors, additional interfaces and greater configuration effort.
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Potential Security Gaps: Integrating multiple independent systems can introduce additional security risks or configuration inconsistencies.
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Additional Costs: Separate security products may require additional licensing, administration and management resources.
sayTEC's Market Positioning
sayTEC positions itself as a high-performance, highly secure and flexible provider of Edge-to-Core IT infrastructure, particularly suited to organizations with distributed locations and demanding security requirements.
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For Big Data and High-Performance Computing: The 150 GB/s performance capability and the 45 PB reference demonstrate that sayTEC can deliver solutions not only for medium-sized enterprises but also for highly demanding, large-scale IT environments.
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For Security-Sensitive Environments (Government Ministries and Critical Infrastructure): sayTRUST UZE and the "Made in Germany" approach represent important differentiators. They address organizations that place particular emphasis on data sovereignty, security, infrastructure control and regulatory requirements.
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For Large Organizations with Distributed Locations: Multi-tenant NaaS capabilities significantly simplify the provisioning and management of IT infrastructure across decentralized locations. This can improve security, reduce operational complexity and generate substantial cost savings by minimizing the need for additional on-site infrastructure investments.
Leading HCI providers generally offer comprehensive platforms that establish the foundation for modern software-defined infrastructure. Their strengths include broad applicability, extensive partner ecosystems and global scalability.
sayTEC, by contrast, focuses on using HCI technology to achieve a higher degree of infrastructure integration, operational resilience and security, particularly through integrated Zero Trust capabilities and Infrastructure-as-a-Service delivery for distributed networks.
Its "Made in Germany" approach, combined with experience in security-sensitive environments, creates a distinctive market position.
For organizations with demanding security requirements, distributed operations and a strong focus on digital sovereignty, this integrated architecture can provide significant advantages over conventional infrastructure models.
In particular, the combination of hyperconverged infrastructure, integrated security and decentralized Network as a Service enables sayTEC to address requirements that may otherwise involve integrating multiple independent technologies and vendors.