The Ultimate Guide to Storage
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Storage.
What to know about Storage
Storage is a vital aspect of the digital world, encompassing a wide range of technologies and solutions designed to save, manage, and protect data efficiently across various environments. From innovative hardware like all-flash arrays and high-capacity NAS devices to intelligent software-defined storage platforms, storage solutions are evolving rapidly to meet the vast and growing demands of businesses, governments, and individuals.
Exploring recent developments in storage reveals trends such as the rise of software-defined storage and cloud-integrated solutions that offer flexibility, cost-efficiency, and enhanced performance. Innovations in flash storage and hybrid architectures aim to optimize speed and capacity, while partnerships among key technology providers expand the ecosystem for delivering scalable and secure storage services.
Readers interested in understanding how data storage technologies impact IT strategies, improve operational resilience, and support emerging workloads like AI and big data will find valuable insights here. Whether considering storage upgrades, cloud adoption, or data protection measures, these stories highlight practical advancements and challenges shaping the future of storage.
Kiwi Storage News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Westcon-Comstor unveils NZ data centre Centre of Excellence
Westcon-Comstor launches a New Zealand data centre Centre of Excellence, led by Rob Purdy, to drive multi-vendor, solutions-first channel sales.
Spark NZ, HPE revamp hybrid cloud for managed services
Spark NZ taps HPE GreenLake and Morpheus to rebuild hybrid cloud, boosting automation and managed services for Kiwi enterprise clients.
Kiwis grow wary of AI, privacy risks & unreliable online info
New Zealanders show growing caution towards AI, privacy risks, and online misinformation, with 67% seeing misinformation as a serious issue, the 2025 survey finds.
Westcon-Comstor expands Nutanix distribution in New Zealand
Westcon-Comstor is now an authorised distributor of Nutanix in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, enhancing hybrid multi-cloud offerings for local resellers.
WebPros acquires Comet Backup to boost global data protection
WebPros has acquired Christchurch-based Comet Backup to expand its global data protection services and enhance web hosting solutions worldwide.
Privacy Week: Sensitive information stored online can hurt you
Sensitive personal data stored online faces persistent threats from cybercriminals, with recent breaches underscoring the urgent need for better protection measures.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Storage
Rubrik launches Google Cloud tools for AI governance
CTERA named strong performer in Gartner cloud storage
Shield updates archive for banks with cheaper storage
Komprise unveils Flash Stretch to cut flash storage costs
Archive360, EVT partner to automate retention compliance
Featured News
Affordable cloud backups for all with Exaba and Datacentre220
Exaba and Datacentre220 tout a local cloud backup option that can cut storage costs by up to 90% for MSPs and small businesses.
The hidden data costs threatening enterprise AI plans
Hidden cloud data, egress fees and GPU 'double bubble' bills are quietly turning many enterprise AI ambitions into costly, slow ordeals.
Reviews
Expert Columns
From DSPM to data protection: Closing the last mile on sensitive data in the era of AI
Why data infrastructure will decide which AI strategies succeed in 2026
Kernel in the crosshairs: The BlackSanta threat campaign targeting recruitment workflows
How nurturing your female employees creates a stronger pool of future leaders
How agility & energy will shape Australia's AI in 2026
2026: AI turns inward as virtualisation is rewritten
How organisations can recognise, future-proof storage in the AI era
Using Flash Storage to Unlock Insights from Unstructured Data
From storage to strategy: Building AI business cases that deliver enterprise-wide impact
Synology unveils PAS7700 NVMe storage to meet AI data surge
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Storage News
Westcon-Comstor to offer FlashStack solution for NZ partners
Westcon-Comstor brings FlashStack infrastructure solution to New Zealand through an extended partnership with IT pioneer, Pure Storage and Cisco, propelling hybrid-cloud environments and efficient data storage.
Hitachi Vantara highlights data challenges and role of modernisation
Two-thirds of New Zealand firms are overwhelmed by data and concerned their current infrastructure won't meet future demands, says Hitachi Vantara.
Learn the key to effective data security with VAST & Plan B
As IT operations and services continue to accelerate at a rapid rate, so has the increasing number of IT security risks.
Kyndryl hires managing director for New Zealand team
Kyndryl has appointed Audrey Campbell-Frear as managing director for New Zealand, with a focus on customer relationships and technology transformation.
Datacom Group profit up 84%
Datacom Group, a leading tech company, has reported a nearly doubled profit of $35m, thanks to increased demand for digital services.
Spark's CCL signs multimillion-dollar object storage deal with Cloudian
Cloudian signs multimillion-dollar deal with CCL to provide object storage technology to New Zealand's government sector.
PB Tech named Kiwi distributor for ADATA
ADATA Technology is the world's second-largest vendor of DRAM memory modules, ranks among the top 20 international brands from Taiwan.
Pure Storage adds power to Kiwi VR/AI workspace
The partnership includes the installation of a Kubernetes cluster backed by high-performance storage to accelerate the training of AI models.
Pure Storage leaves Arrow for Westcon
After two and a half years of success with Arrow ECS in the NZ market, Pure Storage has made the move to exclusivity with Westcon-Comstor.
Exclusive: Dicker Data NZ outlines reseller opportunities in new volume brands
Dicker Data NZ's Richard Harri outlines the benefits for resellers following yesterday's announcement of deals with Kensington, QNAP and Seagate.
UPDATED: Four new vendors as Dicker Data NZ ramps up portfolio
Dicker Data NZ has added four new vendors to its portfolio, as it pushes into new markets and adds 'complementary additions' to existing ranges.
Exclusive: Veeam focuses on flexibility for Availability Suite v10
Veeam's Nathan Steiner talks about what its partnerships mean for its Australian and New Zealand service providers.
A haka for hybrid cloud: The optimal data storage strategy for NZ enterprises
Within the APJ region, New Zealand has the highest proportion of enterprises unwilling to move their critical workloads to the public cloud.
IM says Intel's revolutionary technology a 'golden opportunity' for resellers
Ingram Micro says Intel's first all-new class of memory in 25 years is a 'game-changer' and has potential to speed up PC/Server refreshes.
Businesses in APAC are ahead of the global digital transformation game
Asian businesses lead in digital transformation, with 55% expecting significant change in the next two years, says Forbes report.
Seagate struggles to maintain revenue in challenging IT storage industry
Seagate has experienced another drop in revenue for the Q3 2016, with the vendor claiming the decline is due to 'several near-term demand factors'.
Take the guesswork out of virtualisation with Cisco and Nimble Storage
Enterprises large and small are looking to deploy business-critical applications in the most cost-effective and flexible manner possible.
How can you take advantage of public cloud object-based storage?
It's almost a given that you've had cloud service providers and vendors flooding your inbox with emails about object-based storage. So what is it?.
Nimble makes bold play to be leader in storage
Nimble Storage aims to be leader in storage market with revenue growth and expansion of product range and customer base.
Duo bullish for 2016 as it opens Auckland office
Security distributor Duo launches Auckland branch amid 'massive growth', adding to its portfolio and bolstering NZ presence.