Pure Storage Unveils Revolutionary Enterprise Data Cloud to Transform Data Management
- Pure Storage launched the Enterprise Data Cloud (EDC) to streamline modern data management and address growing data challenges.
- The EDC framework enables unified management of data across on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments for improved governance.
- Pure Fusion™ technology automates storage resource management, enhancing control and efficiency in navigating complex data landscapes.
Revolutionizing Data Management: Pure Storage's Innovative Enterprise Data Cloud
At the recently concluded Pure//Accelerate event in Las Vegas, Pure Storage® (NYSE: PSTG) unveiled its groundbreaking Enterprise Data Cloud (EDC) aimed at reimagining data management for contemporary businesses. The launch comes in response to the mounting challenges posed by ever-growing data volumes and rapidly changing business requirements. Traditional storage systems often lead to fragmentation and inefficiencies, hampering organizations' ability to effectively manage and utilize their data. By adopting the EDC approach, companies can streamline their data management processes, moving beyond mere storage solutions to a more integrated understanding of data usage across various environments.
The EDC framework allows organizations to manage their data through a unified, virtualized cloud structure that encompasses on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid setups. This transformation not only simplifies data management but also enhances agility and governance. Charles Giancarlo, Chairman and CEO of Pure Storage, underscores the critical need for businesses to shift their focus from storage management to comprehensive data management. In an era where artificial intelligence enhances data value and cyber threats loom large, the EDC model facilitates autonomous data governance, equipping IT teams with the ability to centrally oversee a diverse array of data assets without extensive configuration.
Central to the EDC is the innovative Pure Fusion™ technology, which automates the discovery and management of storage resources, allowing organizations to create their own global EDC with minimal manual intervention. This capability ensures that enterprises can maintain control, improve automation, and optimize tracking of their data assets, which is essential in today’s complex data landscape. As companies like Fiserv recognize the value of Pure Storage's advancements, it becomes evident that the EDC is not just a product launch but a strategic pivot that positions Pure Storage as a leader in redefining how businesses navigate their global data estates.
In addition to the EDC, Pure Storage also introduces the FlashArray//XL™ R5, which features doubled Input/Output Operations Per Second (IOPS) per rack unit and a 50% increase in maximum raw capacity compared to its predecessor. These enhancements empower customers to consolidate diverse workloads onto a single, high-performing platform, significantly improving efficiency and performance for critical operations.
The innovations showcased at Pure//Accelerate reflect Pure Storage's commitment to not only meet the current demands of data management but to anticipate future challenges as businesses increasingly rely on data-driven insights for decision-making.