Managing Large Data Volumes: An Introduction to GoldFynch's Processing Plans

28 March 2025 by Carey eDiscovery enterprise-plans organizations processing-plans pricing

Takeaway: Law firms today are drowning in data. Emails, documents, chat logs, PDFs—the sheer volume of electronically stored information (ESI) is exploding. And when it comes to eDiscovery, managing all that data can be a nightmare. The bigger the case, the bigger the data load, which means more time, higher costs, and a greater chance of missing something important. So, how do legal professionals keep up? Let’s discuss the challenges, solutions, and how GoldFynch’s Processing Plans can help law firms stay on top of their data without blowing the budget.

The significant challenges of managing large data volumes in eDiscovery

1. Too much data, too many formats

Data is growing and coming in from everywhere. Today’s legal cases involve emails, cloud storage, messaging apps, and social media. Collecting, processing, and reviewing these massive datasets quickly and efficiently is a huge challenge.

2. Data collection & preservation risks

Gathering data must be done carefully. If not done properly, files can be altered or lost, which could lead to sanctions or even the loss of a case. Ensuring proper collection and preservation methods is critical.

3. Reviewing takes forever

With so much data to go through, traditional manual reviews just don’t cut it anymore. Legal teams need efficient ways to sift through mountains of documents without spending endless hours (and dollars) in the process.

4. The cost problem

Every gigabyte of data comes with a price tag. Processing, storing, and reviewing data can quickly add up, making eDiscovery one of the most expensive parts of litigation. For small and mid-sized firms, unpredictable costs can be a real headache.

Now that we understand the challenges of large data volumes, let’s examine how law firms can tackle them.

To keep data management under control, legal teams are turning to more innovative strategies like:

Having a clear data plan: Set data storage, retention, and deletion policies so you don’t accumulate unnecessary information.
Using early case assessment (ECA) – Get a quick overview of your data early on to decide what’s relevant and can be filtered out.
Leveraging technology-assisted review (TAR) – AI-driven tools can speed document review by automatically identifying relevant materials.
Working with the right eDiscovery platform – The right software can make all the difference in organizing, searching, and managing large data volumes.

That’s where GoldFynch’s processing plans come in. They are a smarter and more cost-effective way to handle big data.

GoldFynch has introduced a new way to handle large eDiscovery datasets with predictable, flat-rate pricing—no surprises, no hidden fees.

How it works

GoldFynch’s processing plans are designed to help firms deal with large data volumes. Instead of charging based on expanded data sizes (which can balloon after processing), you only pay for what you start with.

One-time processing fee: $20 per GB of raw data.
Monthly maintenance fee: A flat $300 per case—no matter how big it gets.

This model keeps costs predictable and manageable, making it easier for law firms to budget without worrying about unexpected data expansion charges.

Why it’s a game-changer for law firms

Predictable costs – No more surprise bills; you know exactly what you’re paying upfront.
Great for large cases – The bigger your case, the more you save compared to traditional per-GB pricing models.
Works with your subscription – Processing plans integrate with GoldFynch Organizations for seamless case management.

Let’s see what it would cost you to handle a case with 500 GB of data**

With the GoldFynch processing plan, for a 500 GB case, you’d pay:

Processing fee: $10,000 ($20 x 500 GB) one time
Monthly maintenance: $300 per case

So for the first year, you would pay - $10,000 + (300 * 12) = $13,600/-, and for each following year, $3600/-. That’s it. There are no extra charges for processed data expansion, so you know your costs from the start.

Managing large datasets in eDiscovery doesn’t have to be a budget-busting nightmare.

With the right strategies and tools, such as GoldFynch’s processing plans, law firms can remain efficient, organized, and cost-effective. If you’re tired of unpredictable data costs and need a smarter way to manage eDiscovery data, check out GoldFynch’s processing plans by contacting us here.

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