Storing and accessing data is a necessity in today's business environment. The continued growth of corporate data has made it extremely important to have a storage strategy. The good news is that even in today's tough economy, executing that strategy can mean an investment in technology that has the potential for significant financial gains for a company. This white paper will help you understand the business requirements that are necessary for developing a storage strategy that is a sound business practice with economic gains to be realized. (Feb. 2001)