Unlocking the Power of Nasuni Data into Microsoft 365 AI Services

AI has been a catalyst for organizations that want to manage and access their Nasuni data more efficiently. The challenge isn’t just about storing data securely, it’s about making that data easily accessible and actionable without adding complexity to the AI services and tools your employees already use.

The Microsoft File Share Graph Connector, which can be leveraged by Nasuni’s hybrid cloud platform, is designed to meet this exact need. It makes Nasuni file data easily accessible through Microsoft 365, allowing users to harness the power of their existing office applications while avoiding the pitfalls of AI sprawl and tool overload.

What is the File Share Graph Connector?

The File Share Graph Connector is a strategic bridge between Nasuni-managed data and Microsoft 365’s cloud ecosystem. It allows businesses to index and search their Nasuni managed content within familiar Microsoft 365 environments using Microsoft Search and Microsoft 365 Copilot. By doing so, it ensures that valuable data stored locally is accessible through the same tools employees already know and use, without introducing additional complexity or management overhead.

What Does It Cover?

This connector supports an extensive range of file formats, including Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, and more. It indexes the textual content of these files, making them searchable across Microsoft 365’s platforms and AI services. The connector respects existing file permissions, ensuring that search results are limited to what each user is authorized to access. With support for up to 20 different Nasuni file shares in a single connection, it scales effectively to meet the needs of large enterprises.

Why Is It Needed?

IT already has too many solutions to manage. As digital transformation accelerates, businesses are looking to consolidate their tools rather than expand them. The File Share Graph Connector addresses this need by allowing organizations to integrate their existing Nasuni-managed data into Microsoft 365’s cloud ecosystem. This not only improves data discoverability but also enhances productivity by ensuring that employees can access all relevant information through the tools they already use daily. There’s no need to introduce new applications or interfaces, which reduces the learning curve and minimizes the risk of AI sprawl.

Benefits for Nasuni Customers

The integration with the File Share Graph Connector provides seamless access to distributed Nasuni file shares. This means Nasuni customers can now leverage the advanced search capabilities of Microsoft 365, including AI-powered insights, to find and utilize data stored in Nasuni file shares more effectively.

Fast, efficient access to institutional knowledge, for example, could help architects and designers find past projects or elements relevant to current work or potential proposals. Financial analysts evaluating possible mergers or acquisitions could easily search spreadsheets or PowerPoint proposals for similar company deals. The value is clear: you can empower your teams to do more with the tools they know while avoiding the need to manage additional software or systems.

Technology Overview

The File Share Graph Connector works by using the Microsoft Graph Connector Agent, which securely connects Nasuni file shares with Microsoft’s cloud and AI services. Once set up, the connector continuously scans the designated file shares, indexes the content, and updates the index as needed. This ensures that the search index remains current, providing accurate and relevant results to users. Integrated with Microsoft’s Semantic Index, the connector enhances search functionality by understanding the context of queries, delivering more relevant results than traditional keyword searches. This means that users get better, faster access to the data they need, right within the tools they already use.

Summary

The File Share Graph Connector provide a straight-forward mechanism to easily enable businesses to leverage their Nasuni data without overburdening their users with new tools. For Nasuni and our customers, this integration enhances productivity and overall data management as its use can provide single-pane-of-glass AI insights across 365 and Nasuni data, thereby enhancing the context and accuracy of results.

Don’t let your valuable data go untapped. Integrate, index, and leverage our AI services to their full potential!