The Meaning and Value of Software Defined Storage | SNIA

Abstract

Software defined storage has emerged as an important concept in storage solutions and management. However, the essential characteristics of software defined storage have been subject to interpretation. This session defines the elements that differentiate software defined storage solutions in a way that enables the industry to rally around their core value. A model of software defined storage infrastructure is described in a way that highlights the roles of virtualization and management in software defined storage solutions.

Learning Objectives

Learn about the characteristics of various software defined storage solutions
Understand a vendor neutral model that melds these characteristics together
Learn how those characteristics create flexible storage solution value