In-depth conversations with the leaders, innovators, and experts shaping enterprise tape storage and long-term data archiving.
A huge benefit of IBM LTO 10 that’s flying under the radar. By Pete Paisley
IBM’s Climate Controlled Diamondback redefines tape deployment by operating reliably at elevated temperatures and humidity levels. With integrated environmental controls and a neutral pressure design, it brings tape storage into modern hyperscale and high density data centers.
IBM’s Open Recommended Access Order technology brings intelligence directly into LTO 10 tape drives, cutting restore times by up to 80 percent. By optimizing read order at the drive level, Open RAO addresses one of tape’s longest-standing limitations and significantly strengthens its value in modern recovery and archive workflows.
The shipment of 100 million LTO Ultrium cartridges in 2014 marked a defining moment in storage history. This article examines why that milestone mattered, how tape has continued to scale alongside hyperscalers and cloud economics, and what modern architectures reveal about tape’s enduring role in long term data retention.
In this episode of the LTO Show, Nathan Thompson shares how selling Spectralogic’s software division and focusing entirely on tape libraries transformed the company’s future. He discusses leadership, competition with industry giants, and why long-term customer relationships can turn a single sale into 10x revenue over time.
Introduction Pete Paisley (00:00):Nathan Thompson, we’re very pleased to have you on The LTO Show. Thanks for joining us. Nate Thompson (00:05):Well, thanks for inviting me. Pete (00:07):I want to talk a little bit about how you built SpectraLogic. What led to your interest in electronics while growing up? Nate
Host Intro Welcome to The LTO Show — the premier podcast for leaders in the tape and storage industries. I’m your host, Pete Paisley. Each episode, I bring you conversations with industry leaders who are contributing in meaningful ways to the tape storage community. Our goal is to deliver fresh
The LTO Show is the creation of Pete Paisley, who brings decades of experience in the tape storage industry to every conversation. His deep understanding of both the technical and business aspects of LTO technology makes him the perfect guide through the complex world of enterprise data storage.
With a passion for preserving digital history and advancing storage innovation, Pete connects with industry leaders to bring you insights you won’t find anywhere else. His unique ability to bridge the gap between technical excellence and business strategy has made The LTO Show essential listening for anyone serious about the future of tape storage technology.
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