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

Storage Decisions provides relevant information that you can put to use immediately. You'll get specific expertise to streamline your storage infrastructure through SAN planning, how to bring your storage network to the next level of "readiness," identifying the best targets for storage automaton and what you should be doing to ensure you're in line with looming regulatory compliance. Plus much more.

9. 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'll realize that you're NOT alone. With over 500 of your true peers gathered under one roof, you'll have an excellent opportunity to network, trade ideas and forge new relationships. The person you meet at Storage Decisions could have the perfect solution to your most confounding problem.

8. Cutting-edge storage technologies revealed.

In the popular Emerging Technology Showcase, five top storage startup companies tell you who they are and why you should consider working with them — in a rapid-fire, 10-minutes-each session format. Find out about new technologies and new products and meet executives from the hottest new technology providers.

7. Breakout workshops tailored to your level of expertise.

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

6. An independent viewpoint. A cohesive and complete program.

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

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. At Storage Decisions, the process just got a whole lot simpler. We have over 60 of the top vendors gathered in one convenient place. Curious as to how one vendor measures up to another? Make the comparison yourself in minutes by talking to representatives at each booth. Learn everything you need to know from a qualified person whose job it is to answer your queries.

4. Invitation only.

Our pre-screening registration process guarantees you attend with hundreds of other senior storage managers, allowing for a great opportunity to trade ideas and unprecedented peer-to-peer networking.

3. Not just educational, but fun.

Special events planned throughout the show offer networking opportunities for you to meet and talk with your storage peers while enjoying complimentary food and drinks in a relaxed setting.

2. FREE attendance.

Qualified storage professionals attend at no charge. Conference costs are 100% covered by our sponsors and exhibitors to save you $$$.

1. The most important reason: YOU.

At Storage Decisions, the entire three-day conference centers on you. The best independent experts come to Storage Decisions will be on hand to educate YOU. Not only that, but they will answer YOUR questions and help out with YOUR problems.

Why You Should Attend

We've rewritten the rules on technology conferences. Gone are the days when you spent a lot of money only to return with bits and pieces of information. Other industry conferences merely identify the issues you face. We tackle them head on with specific how-to advice to conquer your toughest storage decisions and technical challenges.

This exclusive event is brought to you by SearchStorage.com and Storage magazine. Storage Decisions is invaluable to technical and business decision makers due to its strategic, vendor-neutral content. It brings together top storage industry experts who deliver step-by-step best practices to save you the time and frustration of going it alone. Learn from celebrated storage experts and industry analysts who reveal the most effective real-world solutions. Plus, learn how to avoid the hidden pitfalls that could cost you unnecessary time and money.

Don't miss this opportunity — apply today for your free delegate seat!