I cannot afford to add headcount for managing a new type of network.
• Network storage requires less headcount:
– No need to manage massive server farms just to support storage
– No need for complex planning to avoid downtime during backup or capacity expansion
• SRM allows central management of storage resources
• Proactive monitoring tools help solve problems before they occur
Do you have staffing problems in your IT organization?
No (15%) Yes (85%)
The driving forces behind storage management technologies are: IT productivity ROI from IT applications and tools Information availability and protection