Ceph adoption in Latin America has grown exponentially in recent years. As a software-defined storage (SDS) solution, Ceph offers the flexibility and scalability that companies in the region need to handle large volumes of data efficiently and economically.

From public cloud deployments to critical private infrastructures, Ceph has established itself as the de facto standard for storage in open source environments across the region.

Community Impact: The Ceph User Survey

To better understand how Ceph is being used in the real world, the Ceph User Council recently launched the “Ceph User Stores Survey”. Unlike previous general surveys, this initiative specifically targets production clusters to understand real-world use cases, performance strengths, and scalability limitations.

Participating in this survey is vital for Latin American companies. The data collected directly influences the development roadmap for future releases, such as Tentacle and Umbrella. By sharing our experiences, we ensure that the specific needs and challenges of our region (such as connectivity and data sovereignty) are considered by global developers.

Increasing LATAM Visibility: “Share Your Story”

The Ceph Foundation has launched the “Share Your Story” initiative, inviting organizations worldwide to document their deployments. This is a golden opportunity for LATAM companies to increase their international visibility:

  1. Global Success Stories: Selected stories are published on the official Ceph.io blog and featured in Ceph Tech Talks.
  2. Regional Leaders: Positioning a company as a leader in software-defined storage attracts talent and builds trust in local and international markets.
  3. Event Presence: The Foundation actively looks for stories for events like Cephalocon, where the “Powered by People” theme aims to highlight the diversity of the community.

How to Participate and Contribute?

If your company uses Ceph in production, there are several ways to get involved and put Latin America on the map:

  • Complete the Survey: Participate in the User Stores Survey to make your statistics count.
  • Join Ceph Slack: Connect with other operators in the #ceph-latam channel of the official Ceph Slack.
  • Local User Groups: Participate in local meetups and “Ceph Days” events organized by regional ambassadors in Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina.

The technological sovereignty of our region depends on our ability to collaborate and share knowledge. By strengthening our presence in the global Ceph community, we not only improve our own infrastructure but also influence the future of open source storage for everyone.