Enterprise data storage management
Enterprise data storage management is a serious responsibility for CIOs, given the compliance requirements involved with email archiving and data privacy. Get the latest data storage news, tips and other resources for CIOs in this topic section.
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Tip
28 Apr 2021
How to choose between Azure Files vs. an on-prem file server
Many organizations still need a file server, but some of the advantages of Microsoft's cloud storage option might persuade companies to make the switch. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
20 Apr 2021
Generate a Windows file server audit via PowerShell
Learn how to generate a detailed report that uncovers unusual activity by users on a Windows file share without having to manually investigate every file and folder. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jun 2022
data latency
Data latency is the time it takes for data packets to be stored or retrieved. In business intelligence (BI), data latency is how long it takes for a business user to retrieve source data from a data warehouse or BI dashboard. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Nov 2021
LOB (line of business)
An LOB (line-of-business) application is one of the set of critical computer applications that are vital to running an enterprise, such as accounting, supply chain management, and resource planning applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Nov 2021
Superdome
Superdome is a high-end 64-bit, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) PA-8600 processor-based UNIX server designed for e-commerce customers using very large databases. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Oct 2021
Information and Content Exchange (ICE)
Information and Content Exchange (ICE) is an XML-based standard protocol for electronic business-to-business (B2B) asset management. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Oct 2021
Terabyte (TB)
A terabyte (TB) is a unit of digital data that is equal to about 1 trillion bytes. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Oct 2021
gigabyte (GB)
A gigabyte (GB) -- pronounced with two hard Gs -- is a unit of data storage capacity that is roughly equivalent to 1 billion bytes. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Oct 2021
storage volume
A storage volume is an identifiable unit of data storage. It can be a removable hard disk, but it does not have to be a unit that can be physically removed from a computer or storage system. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Oct 2021
non-volatile storage (NVS)
Non-volatile storage (NVS) is a broad collection of technologies and devices that do not require a continuous power supply to retain data or program code persistently on a short- or long-term basis. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Oct 2021
lossless and lossy compression
Lossless and lossy file compression describe whether all original data can be recovered when the file is uncompressed. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Oct 2021
integration server
An integration server is a type of computer server that facilitates the interaction between different operating systems (OSes), services and applications across an enterprise IT environment. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Sep 2021
tiered storage
Tiered storage is a method for assigning different categories of data to various types of storage media to reduce overall storage costs and improve the performance and availability of mission-critical applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2021
coopetition (co-opetition)
Coopetition is a business strategy that uses insights gained from game theory to understand when it is better for competitors to work together. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Sep 2021
e-procurement (supplier exchange)
Electronic procurement, also known as e-procurement or supplier exchange, is the process of requisitioning, ordering and purchasing goods and services online. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2021
metered services (pay-per-use)
Metered services (also called pay-per-use) are any type of payment structure in which a customer has access to potentially unlimited resources but only pays for what they actually use. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2021
Six Sigma
Six Sigma is a business methodology for quality improvement that measures how many defects there are in a current process and seeks to systematically eliminate them. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2021
CVO (Chief Visionary Officer)
The Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) is a newer title where the holder is expected to have a broad and comprehensive knowledge of all matters related to the business of the organization, as well as the vision required to steer its course into the future. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Jun 2021
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLB Act or GLBA), also known as the Financial Modernization Act of 1999, is a federal law enacted in the United States to control the ways financial institutions deal with the private information of individuals. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Apr 2021
How to choose between Azure Files vs. an on-prem file server
Many organizations still need a file server, but some of the advantages of Microsoft's cloud storage option might persuade companies to make the switch. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
20 Apr 2021
Generate a Windows file server audit via PowerShell
Learn how to generate a detailed report that uncovers unusual activity by users on a Windows file share without having to manually investigate every file and folder. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Mar 2021
How to develop and implement a data storage plan
Planning is an important piece of IT. Examine the elements of a storage plan, how to prepare and implement the document, and the benefits of having one. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Mar 2021
Optimize Windows Server 2019 with file server best practices
A file server deployment must satisfy the needs of both the end user and the IT staff. Tune up Windows Server for a secure and performant repository for your critical data. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Dec 2020
ChaosSearch looks to bring order to data lakes
Data lakes are like junk drawers in the sky, but new tech from ChaosSearch organizes the mess and makes it searchable. Here, CEO Ed Walsh shares the details and what's next in 2021. Continue Reading
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Quiz
30 Oct 2020
Do you know how HPE GreenLake services work?
IT infrastructure hardware and services delivered through HPE GreenLake takes the cloud Opex spending model and brings it on premises. Test your GreenLake acumen with this quiz. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2020
VMware vs. Nutanix on HPE GreenLake: Comparing approaches
See how Synergy composable infrastructure with VMware Cloud Foundation and ProLiant DX on Nutanix Enterprise Cloud take different approaches to HPE GreenLake pay-per-use IT. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Aug 2020
How GreenLake Central improves HPE's GreenLake program
Learn about the features and benefits of HPE's GreenLake Central, an online portal that lets users manage and optimize their on-premises GreenLake systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jul 2020
What is HPE GreenLake and how does it work?
GreenLake allows users to pay only for the IT resources they use. Find out how it works for HCI, composable infrastructure and other purposes, its benefits and potential drawbacks. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Apr 2020
The inevitable future of blockchain in the enterprise
The future of blockchain in the enterprise is still unwritten, but if your organization hasn't started mapping a plan, it's already behind. Here's how to get your bearings. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Feb 2020
Forget emerging tech, consumption-based pricing booms in 2020
Cloud storage's appeal is based less on tech or total cost than on the value that comes from Opex pay-as-you-go pricing. Now you can get that cost model for on-premises storage. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Aug 2019
4 steps to a blockchain implementation
If you're not experimenting with blockchain, you're behind the curve. Our step-by-step guide on implementing blockchain dissects the challenges, best practices and payoffs. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2019
Colorado builds API integration platform to share data, speed services
In a quest to be the 'Amazon of state services,' Colorado's chief data officer is rolling out an API integration platform. Challenges abound. Here are the lessons learned. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jul 2019
Ransomware attacks: How to get the upper hand
Ransomware attacks are on the rise. Can organizations play like Radiohead and refuse to pay? The answer from security experts is a qualified yes. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jun 2019
AI in IT infrastructure transforms how work gets done
Cutting through the hype around AI has become a major job for IT leaders. Our in-depth guide on where and how to add AI to your IT infrastructure will help. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jun 2019
Build a digital transformation strategy with software at its core
What is a winning digital transformation strategy? For many companies, it starts with an overhaul of their software environments. Our comprehensive guide explains how it's done. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 May 2019
How do I avoid Exchange disk space issues?
Exchange Server log files tend to chew up a lot of space, particularly on the later versions. Here's how to keep the mail flowing when a hard drive fills up. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Apr 2019
The shift to edge computing is happening fast -- here's why
Whether you call it the Fourth Industrial Revolution or digital transformation, enterprise IT is being changed fast, and forever, and edge computing is a big reason why. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Apr 2019
Problems with blockchain and how they're being solved
Do you know about the blockchain trilemma? David Petersson looks at some of the problems with blockchain and how cutting-edge companies are tackling them. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2019
High-performance computing use cases and benefits in business
High-performance computing has moved from the rarified realm of research and government and into the enterprise. Learn how systems are evolving to handle data and deliver profit. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Mar 2019
Blockchain and AI combined solve problems inherent in each
David Petersson explains how blockchain could be used to democratize access to big data -- and make AI breakthroughs the province of many, instead of just a handful of tech giants. Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2019
UNICEF investment in 6 blockchain startups extends mission
UNICEF's investment in blockchain startups extends its mission and also underscores the particularity of scenarios where blockchain promises to be the optimal solution. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Nov 2018
The future of data security threats and protection in the enterprise
The future of data security faces new threats at an ever-increasing rate. Read one expert's advice on having a data security strategy to assess and manage enterprise data security. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Aug 2018
Overcoming multi-cloud's risks, regulatory compliance challenges
Companies adopting multi-cloud data management models face numerous regulatory compliance challenges, but IT governance strategies are helping them protect disparate information. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2018
CTO: Hyper-converged infrastructure appliances cut costs
An Indianapolis school district's decision to deploy hyper-converged infrastructure appliances has reduced support overhead and cut acquisition and operating costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Aug 2018
Business transformation project: Dealing with legacy data
Business transformation requires a solid data foundation. Expert Dan Morris offers a near-term fix for your data-quality problems and the basis for a long-term approach to better data. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2018
Edge computing helps IT execs in managing large data sets
Four IT practitioners at the 2018 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium said edge computing, real-time analysis and Lambda architecture help them in managing large data sets. Continue Reading
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Guide
31 May 2018
Next-gen IT infrastructure strategy to guide digital transformation
The evolution of business tech forces companies to frequently redefine digital strategy. In this essential guide, learn best practices to manage modern IT infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
09 May 2018
Commvault HyperScale appliance keeps county covered
The Commvault HyperScale integrated appliance enables San Mateo County to back up more in less time. The appliance marks a new direction for Commvault. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Mar 2018
entrepreneur (entrepreneurship)
An entrepreneur is an individual who identifies a need in the marketplace and works to fulfill it. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2018
Two data scientists offer advice on breaking down siloed data
Data scientists offer insight into why the age-old problem of siloed data persists and some concrete advice to CIOs on how to break down the walls. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Oct 2017
Hyper-converged infrastructure solutions hit the mainstream
HCI technology is expanding beyond its original niches in virtual desktop infrastructure and video storage, taking an expanded role in the corporate data center. Continue Reading
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Guide
29 Aug 2017
Enterprise data analytics strategy: A guide for CIOs
This Essential Guide explores enterprise data analytics strategies and how to select the right infrastructure, management tactics and technologies for your organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jun 2017
Data asset curation: The guidelines to determine information usability
Keeping track of existing data assets is increasingly difficult, but detailed curation of this vital company information can help streamline evolving digital governance processes. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Apr 2013
Multi-hypervisor environments: Making it work or not worth the work?
There are potential benefits to running a multi-hypervisor environment but are they worth the management challenges? Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Jan 2013
Data storage strategy: Pre- and post-cloud computing
CIO Niel Nickolaisen lays out how the cloud has simplified his data storage strategy … and satisfied his company's data dumping resistance. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Sep 2012
Making a business case for data storage and backup
CIO Niel Nickolaisen lays out how he gets the business to invest in storage and backup technologies starting with a business case for the value of data. Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2012
Creating competitive advantage through data analytics
In this week's roundup, as the title suggests, read three different ways of creating competitive advantage. Plus, why CIOs need to start questioning the green-ness of cloud. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2012
What the Queen of Soul can teach about social CRM
In this week's roundup of interesting items from around the Web, we present a musical key to social CRM, Google's search for love and more. Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2012
Privacy concerns surround Google cloud storage service
Soon after Google launched its Drive cloud storage service, data privacy and security worries arose. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2012
BI strategies evolve for big data analysis needs
"Big data" is a buzzword no more. CIOs are adapting their BI strategies to meet the challenges of big data analysis. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
03 Nov 2010
Storage management training courses
Find courses here on storage management training for high-level management of storage infrastructures. Courses include training in line with Storage Networking Industry Association (SNIA) standards, as well as cloud computing and IT consultant developments. Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2010
Spotlight on VMware
Enterprise IT managers have come to expect much from VMware, not the least of which is high quality with prices to match. But a wave of new competitors and innovations threaten the server virtualization leader's market dominance. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2010
Bumpy patch ahead for MDM software
As master data management moves from the early adopters to fast followers, many IT shops will assume that MDM software is mature. Not so, says Gartner analyst Andrew White. Continue Reading
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Quiz
23 Mar 2010
IT in 2010: Keeping up with the latest IT management trends
Running IT in 2010 requires CIOs to consider ITSM methodologies, vendor contract renegotiations and investments in new technologies. Have you kept up with IT management trends? Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2007
Hurd: IT is an HP asset
When it comes to technology, Mark Hurd, Hewlett-Packard's president and CEO, believes his company should set the ultimate example of how best to develop an IT infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2007
CA adds Lotus Domino, DB2 support to BrightStor SRM
Storage infrastructure maker CA on Jan. 23 introduced a new version of its BrightStor Storage Resource Manager. The new release extends its centralized management, automated monitoring and reporting functions to business information stored in IBM Lotus Domino and DB2 UDB. Continue Reading
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News
28 Sep 2006
Microsoft makes move into replication market
Microsoft will soon offer a storage replication product that will enable customers to back up and protect their Microsoft applications. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2006
Disaster recovery plans for your data warehouse
Data warehouses have become mission-critical systems that help executives make daily business decisions. In his monthly column, BI expert Wayne Eckerson offers advice on how to effectively protect your data warehouse from any type of disaster. Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2006
User connects EMC Clariions over Cisco for DR
It took five rounds of talks with EMC and some technical help from Cisco, but AQR Capital has a working DR plan connecting EMC Clariion's over 50 miles using Cisco. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2006
HP revamps RISS, unveils new archiving products
HP has added significant new features to its RISS, stepped up its efforts with ISVs and rolled out a bunch of new archiving products. Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2006
Users get mixed results tiering storage
Some users at SNW said the increased cost of managing tiered storage sucks up the gains in cheaper hardware, while others say they still see savings from avoiding FC. Continue Reading
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News
06 Apr 2006
Users puzzle over iSCSI
ISCSI is the buzzword at SNW -- but while most say it's a good idea in theory, some users are still stumped when it comes to deploying it. Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2006
Target builds a better data center
Just five years after Target built a new data center, it's building another one to keep up with company growth. Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2005
Data volumes put companies at risk
Plenty of companies are packrats when it comes to storing data -- and don't know what they have or where it is. Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2005
Q&A: Where storage management needs to go
James Geis, director of storage solutions at Forsythe, offers a sneak peek at his Storage Decisions session and his thoughts on the need for standards in storage management. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2005
Symantec, Veritas CEOs tell post-merger story
Symantec CEO John Thompson and Veritas CEO Gary Bloom talk about their post-merger plans for providing blended backup and security products. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2005
CIOs focus on storage, software
A new Merrill Lynch survey of 100 CIOs finds that IBM and Dell are in a strong position to gain market share during 2005 -- and that storage is a top concern. Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2005
EMC integrates backup products
EMC fuses together Legato and Dantz products bridging the gap between its enterprise and SMB portfolio while taking direct aim at Veritas' Backup Exec. Continue Reading