IP DataSystems takes its storage and data management support a step further through strategies that help customers better utilize their storage infrastructure through second tier storage—avoiding additional storage purchases. One approach includes Information Lifecycle Management (ILM), defined as an effective cost reduction strategy that supports a varied IT infrastructure—with each tier having its own cost, performance and reliability metrics—in addition to its ability to identify and move information across different tiers.
As data ages and becomes less active, it can be moved to a more appropriate storage tier where it will remain online and accessible. When combined with storage optimization solutions such as compression and data deduplication, an ILM strategy can lead to measurable cost savings. As experts in information infrastructure services and data management solutions, IP DataSystems supports data deduplication technologies, archiving software and disaster recovery implementations. IP DataSystems’ approach results in a high-end solution set with an eye on achieving the best possible TCO.
The company recognizes the importance of determining the value of a client’s information and aligning it with the appropriate IT infrastructure through the concept of ILM. This is especially important in the current economy where customers have to justify every technology purchase made now more than ever. IP DataSystems helps clients make better decisions around their data management needs with the use of industry proven tools and their intellectual property.
An ILM strategy can be supported via tiered storage architectures to help control costs. As organizations grasp the costs of storing and managing increasing information, some may realize buying more of the same types of hardware is not the answer.
