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80% of Data Isn’t Being Used But It’s Still Costing Money
· 19 min · S1 E11
Episode 80% of Data Isn’t Being Used But It’s Still Costing Money
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Is tape storage obsolete or strategically misunderstood? In this episode, we speak with Qualstar about the evolving role of enterprise tape libraries in modern data protection and archive strategies. As organizations face: Rising cloud storage costs Increasing ransomware threats Growing compliance and retention requirements Expanding petabyte-scale data growth many are reassessing where long-term data should live. Qualstar explains how modern tape infrastructure provides: Air-gapped ransomware protection Predictable, long-term storage economics Scalable archive for enterprise environments Support for compliance-driven data retention Integration within hybrid storage architectures For CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and infrastructure leaders managing large data estates, this episode explores how tape fits alongside cloud and disk — not as legacy technology, but as a deliberate strategic layer. If you're reviewing backup architecture, archive policy, or cloud repatriation initiatives, this conversation offers practical insight into how enterprise tape supports resilience and cost control. Follow the podcast for more discussions shaping the future of enterprise IT infrastructure.
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