ESTUARY FLOW DEPLOYMENT OPTIONS
Estuary Flow offers three main deployment options to cater to various organizational needs and security requirements. This section provides a high-level overview and comparison of Public Deployment, Private Deployment, and BYOC options.
PUBLIC DEPLOYMENT
Public Deployment is the standard SaaS offering from Estuary Flow. Ideal for small to medium-sized businesses or teams that want a hassle-free, quick-to-implement solution without the need for extensive customization or heightened security measures.
Key Features:
Fully managed by Estuary
Quick setup and minimal configuration required
Automatic updates and maintenance
Multiple data processing region options
Suitable for organizations with less stringent data security requirements
PRIVATE DEPLOYMENT
Private Deployment allows customers to run Estuary Flow's data infrastructure within their private environment while maintaining the simplicity of a SaaS platform. Suitable for enterprises and organizations with strict data security and compliance needs, such as those in highly regulated industries or handling sensitive data.
Key Features:
Enhanced security with data remaining within the private network
Complete control over data pathways
Immutable infrastructure pattern for up-to-date security
Compliant with stringent data security requirements
Ability to move data across regions
BRING YOUR OWN CLOUD
BYOC allows customers to deploy Estuary Flow in their own cloud environment. Ideal for organizations that have invested heavily in their cloud infrastructure and want to maintain ownership over their entire stack while benefiting from Estuary Flow's capabilities.
Key Features:
Full control over the cloud infrastructure
Ability to leverage existing cloud resources and configurations
Customizable to fit specific organizational needs
Potential cost savings by using existing cloud credits or negotiated rates
Greater flexibility in terms of data residency and compliance
COMPARISON TABLE
| Features | Public Deployment | Private Deployment | BYOC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Control | Public DeploymentLimited | Private DeploymentHigh | BYOCHigh |
| Security | Public DeploymentStandard | Private DeploymentEnhanced | BYOCCustomizable |
| Setup Complexity | Public DeploymentLow | Private DeploymentLow | BYOCMedium |
| Customization | Public DeploymentLimited | Private DeploymentModerate | BYOCExtensive |
| Data Residency Control | Public DeploymentLimited | Private DeploymentFull | BYOCFull |
| Compliance Flexibility | Public DeploymentStandard | Private DeploymentHigh | BYOCHighest |
| Cost | Public DeploymentPredictable | Private DeploymentPredictable | BYOCDepends on setup |
| Maintenance Responsibility | Public DeploymentEstuary | Private DeploymentShared | BYOCShared |