Adopts Atlas storage solution to streamline workflows and scale operations

OpenDrives has been selected by Light Sail VR, a pioneer in immersive media storytelling, to enhance its production capabilities using the Atlas high-performance storage platform. The adoption of Atlas has significantly optimized Light Sail VR’s data management, enabling the company to efficiently scale its operations and improve workflow efficiency by up to threefold.

Light Sail VR, known for its innovative approach to virtual reality, required a robust data infrastructure to support its growing portfolio of high-profile projects. Atlas delivers that support, providing flexibility and speed in data storage and processing, which has allowed the company to seamlessly integrate the platform into its existing workflows. This has accelerated production times while maintaining the flexibility to expand storage capacity as needed.

Matthew Celia, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Light Sail VR, emphasizes the transformative impact of OpenDrives: “OpenDrives was our most important investment at the very outset, as the new infrastructure would set the stage for greater efficiency. The effortless and swift integration into our existing operation enabled us to continue working on the growing number of creative projects without any technology-related glitches. With the enormous flexibility to expand storage as needed, OpenDrives is a game-changer, allowing us to focus on our actual passion—creativity.”

The Atlas platform’s advanced features, including mount management and containerization, have enabled Light Sail VR to efficiently manage resources and onboard additional commercial projects using third-party tools available through OpenDrives’ containers marketplace. This has proved vital in the company’s ability to handle an increased workload without sacrificing quality or speed.

Hollywood-backed technology for creative innovation

For Light Sail VR, partnering with OpenDrives has been particularly strategic. The deep roots OpenDrives has in Hollywood, combined with its understanding of the creative process, made it the ideal solution for a company at the forefront of virtual reality storytelling. OpenDrives’ Atlas platform centralizes global project collaboration and supports seamless remote work, a critical factor for Light Sail VR as it takes on projects with clients such as Meta, Amazon, Lionsgate, and Paramount.

Sean Lee, CEO of OpenDrives, highlights the company’s mission to enhance creative workflows: “It’s our mission to enhance the creative journey with high-performance, low-latency data solutions. The OpenDrives founders and leaders are from the entertainment industry and thus have a deep understanding of the iterative nature of the creative process. We designed Atlas to enable quicker cycles, not just for faster deliveries, but to enrich creativity even under the tightest of deadlines.”

A growing legacy in virtual reality

Founded in 2015 by Matthew Celia and Robert Watts, and later joined by senior creative technologist Alex Pearce, Light Sail VR has built a reputation for pushing the boundaries of immersive media. Their portfolio includes collaborations with leading brands and entertainment giants like Canon, Adidas, and Lionsgate, positioning them as leaders in the virtual reality space.

By adopting OpenDrives’ Atlas platform, Light Sail VR is not only addressing the complex demands of large-scale virtual reality productions but also positioning itself for future growth. “OpenDrives’ commitment to enable customer success is what distinguishes them. Their capability to provide security, ease, and scalability in managing comprehensive data for filmmaking projects promises not only productivity but also potential for growth and expansion,” concludes Celia.

As virtual reality and immersive experiences continue to evolve, Light Sail VR’s investment in OpenDrives ensures they are ready to meet the challenges of this dynamic industry, delivering cutting-edge creative content with the support of advanced, scalable data solutions.