The Value of Data Tape Storage

As the amount of data created by businesses of all sizes grows each year, so does the amount of storage space needed to house that data. Data tape storage remains the storage of choice among IT managers. Data tape storage is a proven technology because it is cost-effective, secure and energy efficient. Data tape storage is the leading method for data backup.

Due to the numerous compliance issues that arise from regulatory agencies, tax, account and legal interactions, data tape storage allows companies of all sizes the opportunity to conveniently store data for long periods of time. Because data tape storage is secure, portable and stable, it allows for the convenient archiving of data in an offsite facility like that at Elite Archives. Data tape storage has an average life expectancy of approximately 30 years, making data tape storage an excellent way to store data over the long run.

It is vitally important to always store one set of data tape storage in an offsite location. Because data tape storage is a low cost archiving method, it is recommended that three sets of data be kept on data tape storage. Along with these three sets of data tape storage, a disaster recovery plan should be in place for the restoration of data in case of emergency.

Another advantage of data tape storage is energy efficiency. Data tape storage requires significantly less energy than transferring data to disk. It takes more energy to spin discs than it does to transfer information to data tape storage. For companies looking to save money and be environmentally conscious, data tape storage will meet both needs.

At Elite Archives, we are firm believers in the benefits of data tape storage. We offer secure vaulting for your data tape storage needs. For more information, and to talk to a member of our team, call us at (866) 962-0330.