CentreStack Sync & Share Alternative

Secure Alternative to traditional Sync & Share Solution CentreStack

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Why MyWorkDrive Outperforms CentreStack

1. Native Windows File Share Integration

Unlike CentreStack, MyWorkDrive is built exclusively to integrate with your existing Windows Active Directory and NTFS file shares without requiring any data migration or changes to your current processes.

By running under the user’s own login context, MyWorkDrive provides instant, secure remote access to files using the same mapped drives and permissions your team already knows—no WebDAV or vendor lock-in required.

2. No Databases or Extra Administration

CentreStack relies on databases that store files, users, and passwords. MyWorkDrive exclusively uses your existing Active Directory users, groups, and NTFS permissions—no databases at all.

No additional backup software, service accounts with root permissions, or manual user administration is necessary. Files remain on your own servers under your control, and you can encrypt them locally using standard Windows Encryption.

3. Robust Security

MyWorkDrive leverages native Windows NTFS permissions and Access-Based Enumeration for file shares, ensuring that no login credentials or file access details are ever stored in a MyWorkDrive database.

In contrast, CentreStack often stores files in a database and may require service accounts with full share-level permissions to enable search across the network.

MyWorkDrive is also certified by the NIST as FIPS Compliant and recognized by Microsoft as both a Certified Cloud Storage Provider and for Microsoft Server compliance.

We integrate with leading Single Sign-On (SSO) providers—ADFS, Azure AD, Okta, and OneLogin—enabling secure authentication without WebDAV. If desired, WebDAV can be completely disabled or limited to meet specific security requirements.

4. Password-Protected Public File Sharing

CentreStack does not offer password protection for public file share links, creating a potential security gap.

In contrast, MyWorkDrive gives you complete control by allowing you to require a password for public links and set expiration dates that automatically revoke access. This prevents unauthorized sharing and significantly reduces security risks.

5. Data Leak Prevention (DLP)

MyWorkDrive helps you lock down data at every turn:

  • Encrypted Viewer: Restrict clipboard copying or printing.

  • Watermarking & Time Stamps: Track file access and deter theft.

  • Suspicious Activity Alerts: Get notifications on potential data breaches.

  • Compliance Maintenance: Provide audit trails and searchable logs.

All these features ensure your critical data stays secure while still allowing users to view, edit, or share files online.

6. Network Share File Locking

MyWorkDrive provides native file locking, allowing traditional mapped drive users and MyWorkDrive web, mobile, or desktop clients to collaborate seamlessly.

In contrast, CentreStack requires that all users migrate to CentreStack-exclusive clients to properly lock and interact with files, making it incompatible with traditional drive mappings. With MyWorkDrive, you can even assign multiple drive letters per share, mirroring your existing in-house file mapping and minimizing user confusion.

7. Mobile Office Document Editing

As a Microsoft Certified Cloud Storage Provider, MyWorkDrive uniquely supports real-time editing and co-editing of documents in native Office iOS apps.

While CentreStack may offer browser-based Office Online editing, it is not Microsoft-certified, lacks real-time editing, and does not allow direct editing in mobile Office apps. MyWorkDrive supports iOS Files integration so users can open and edit files directly within the Office mobile apps or any other iOS application.

8. Reduced Administration

CentreStack imports your Active Directory users and groups into its own database, requiring manual user license management.

MyWorkDrive automatically provisions and deprovisions licenses based on activity—if a user stops logging in for 30 days, the license is freed up. This drastically reduces management overhead and license fees.

9. Better Web Browser Client

MyWorkDrive presents files in a familiar, Explorer-style web interface that minimizes training and support costs.

Users can effortlessly navigate, open, edit, and share files as if they were on a local drive.

10. Mapped Drive Client

MyWorkDrive’s mapped drive client can deploy multiple drive letters for each share, mirroring your on-premises configuration exactly. It supports Duo, Azure AD, and SAML authentication.

With just a few scripts, you can roll it out to your entire organization within minutes. For users without local Office licenses, Office files can still be opened, viewed, and edited in the browser—no VPN needed, running securely over standard HTTPS.

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