Network-based storage is an evolving market. Companies are storing more data then ever before. Managing data storage is becoming more expensive than the actual hardware. Technologies such as SAN (Storage Array Networks) and Disk-to-Disk-to-Tape (HSM) are becoming more affordable. However, internal staff may need a trusted partner to choose, implement, and manage these storage solutions, TNS will be there.
Example manufacturers: HP-Compaq®, Overland®, Compellent®, and CommVault®.