As NetApp transforms its current hybrid cloud into the next generation data center (NGDC), NetApp IT has prioritized building a development platform for cloud aware applications using cloud aware application architectures through DevOps and automated deployment cycles. The team has set a target via application rationalization for the next 3-5 years, that 70% of […]
NetApp recently participated in Tech Field Day in Austin, Texas, where we introduced the three different hyper converged infrastructure (HCI) solutions in the market today and the relative strengths and weaknesses of each. The three HCI architectures include: Hypervisor with storage in a virtual machine Integrated hypervisor and storage Independent hypervisor and storage Gartner predicts […]
In our data-driven world, data creation is rampant. As the breadth and depth of data increase, and technology evolves and advances, a time-saving, scalable, agile solution that can adapt and mold to the shape of the future is key for a business to remain relevant and competitive. Interest in HCI systems (HCIS) is growing as organizations of all sizes and market verticals seek to […]
As the saying goes, change is the only constant in life. This is true today more than ever before; keeping up with changing customer and employee expectations is the top priority for business leaders everywhere. In a digital economy, successful execution of a business strategy is dependent on a robust technology strategy. In other words, […]
There’s a well-known proverb that says, “The proof is in the pudding,” which is actually a new twist on the original version: “The proof of the pudding is in the eating.” Either way, we’re talking about knowing that something is a success after it has been tried out or implemented. And in this case, the pudding is NetApp® HCI, […]
Very rarely do you get to witness, much less be a part of, the transformation of an entire industry. For the past 2 years at NetApp, I’ve had a front-row seat to such an exciting experience. This week NetApp hosted an analyst day at our new Digital Visionary Center (DVC) to showcase how NetApp empowers […]
NetApp is gaining impressive momentum with new customer acquisitions. Now NetApp is raising the bar again with integrated deployment of its #1 file storage operating system, ONTAP Select. NetApp HCI provides proven multiprotocol and hybrid cloud support straight out of the box bringing enterprise grade features to customers wanting more from their HCI investments than […]
Today, an enterprise data center can be one of the most complicated business environments, where hundreds, even thousands of servers must be monitored and maintained. Given that technology evolves and advances every day, your organization is probably looking to simplify your data center’s infrastructure. Enter HCI. Hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solutions are getting attention—and […]
My employer, Scalar Decisions, was lucky enough to acquire one of the first NetApp HCI units in Canada for internal testing and training, customer demos, etc. Here’s how the setup process went for me, with some thoughts on why I think NetApp has finally got hyper-converged right. NetApp HCI is built on a foundation […]
The Evolution of VDI For the past decade, as organizations have been rethinking their approach to delivering desktops to end users, many have turned to a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environment. An initial driver to VDI was the focus on reducing the per-desktop cost. Along with lower cost, IT teams also had to make sure […]
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been writing about our multi-step journey regarding HCI acceleration and the path we’ve laid out for our partners to accelerate their success in the hyper converged infrastructure market. In my first blog post, I used Newton’s first law of motion to highlight the importance of taking massive action […]
I was privileged to participate in the 16th Tech Field Day in Austin, Texas, home to some of my favorite bands and brisket. NetApp flew under the radar in our surprise appearance at the event. I was delighted that we presented right after Dell’s “big iron” product updates. Our presentation focused on what customers are […]
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