Storage Decisions Conference Chicago - June 19 2012 Storage Decisions Conference Chicago - June 19 2012 Storage Decisions Conference Chicago - June 19 2012

Attend the only storage conference offering direct access to today's foremost independent experts

Storage Decisions Chicago – scheduled for June 19 - 20, 2012 – brings together 200 of your storage peers from the Chicago-area, along with the industry’s top independent experts, analysts, and several of the top storage vendors to provide cutting-edge perspective and unparalled advice for meeting the storage demands of today's ever-changing business environment.

Built on a successful event model, Storage Decisions Chicago combines the multi-track content of a full conference with innovative vendor showcases and interactive sessions, resulting in 1½ jam-packed days of expert content and quality networking time.

Now – more than ever – the free, vendor-neutral training we offer at our Storage Decisions events is of critical importance. You and your organization can't afford for you to fall behind - attend Storage Decisions to get field-tested strategies and independent advice for avoiding unforseen problems, simplifying complex processes, and getting things done faster and under-budget!

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Attendance is FREE for qualified storage pros - complete our quick online application to secure your complimentary seat - or call our Delegate Recruitment Manager Steve Hart at 617-431-9711.

About Storage Decisions

Storage Decisions conferences and seminars offer a comprehensive curriculum, built to address the specific challenges and complex projects facing today’s IT professional. Storage Decisions events facilitate education, peer-to-peer networking, and vendor interaction that storage pros can use to optimize existing operations. Every Storage Decisions event guarantees cutting-edge technical advice and practical guidance that can be implemented immediately.

Storage Decisions exhibitors and sponsors

Platinum Sponsors (Click logo for sponsor information)

EMC2 IBM Quantum      

Gold Sponsors (Click logo for sponsor information)

Alacritec Hitachi Data Systems Index Engines Nimbus Data Oracle Spectra
Active Archive Virtual Instruments        

Silver Sponsors (Click logo for sponsor information)

Bocada Infineta Panzura Quest RedHat TMS
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Top 5 Reasons to Attend

#1:

Breakout sessions tailored to your level of expertise.

While session themes are relevant to virtually all storage managers, you have the opportunity to pursue topics targeted to your specific information needs. You're able to schedule your itinerary specific to your level of expertise and by the topics most pressing to your organization's storage needs.

#2:

An independent viewpoint with vendor-neutral advice.

At other conferences, vendor-types deliver thinly veiled sales pitches disguised as content. At Storage Decisions, every speaker is independent - so there is no hidden agendas in the advice they deliver. Attendees get information they can trust that addresses the key issues they face now.
#3:

Network with more than 200 of your peers and learn that you're not alone.

It happens to everyone, you spend an inordinate amount of time at work by yourself. Therefore it's easy to feel as if you're the only one facing the problems of the storage world. After attending Storage Decisions, you realize that your're NOT alone. With over 200 attendees gathered under one roof, this proves to be an excellent opportunity to network, trade ideas and forge new relationships.

#4:

No pie in the sky theories or far-flung predictions.

Storage Decisions Chicago provides relevant information that you could put to use immediately. Attendees receive specific expertise that streamline their storage infrastructure through SAN planning, bringing their storage network to the next level of "readiness," identify their best targets for storage automaton and ensure they're in line with looming regulatory compliance.

#5:

Ease the pain of buying storage.

The process of purchasing storage can be trying - from research to RFP writing to negotiating with sales reps. After your three days at Storage Decisions, the process gets a whole lot simpler. We have over 30 of the top vendors gathered in one convenient place. Attendees make the comparison themselves in minutes by talking to representatives at each booth and learning everything they need to know from a qualified person whose job it is to answer their queries.

Attendee Testimonials

98% of attendees would recommend Storage Decisions to a peer or colleague:

 

"The information presented got me out of my box and allowed me to see things from a different point of view."

"I got me what I needed to come back to work with: improvement ideas."

"My team loved the way the events are coordinated and organized, bringing major vendors under one umbrella and offering parallel tracks."

“Storage Decisions events are always informative and worth attending”

“[The sessions] make me rethink some basic storage ideas, re-evaluate backup needs”

FAQs

Hotel and city information

June 19 - 20, 2012
Chicago, IL

Event location to be annouced.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding enrollment or attendance at this seminar, please contact Chris Mullen, Delegate Recruitment Manager, at 617-431-9338 or cmullen@techtarget.com.


For Sponsorship/Exhibiting Opportunities

Jeremy Hurley, 415-281-2919
jhurley@techtarget.com

For Speaking Opportunities

Lindsay Jeanloz, 617-431-9633
ljeanloz@techtarget.com

Conference Chair

Rich Castagna, 415-281-2913
rcastagna@techtarget.com

For Marketing Opportunities and Partnerships

Rick Nendza, 617-431-9634
rnendza@techtarget.com

Mailing Address

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275 Grove Street
Newton, MA 02466

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