In the world of data preservation, there is a recurring nightmare that many IT managers know all too well. It is the relentless cycle of LTO tape migration. As LTO 6 reaches its end of life, many organizations find themselves frantically moving data to LTO 9 or LTO 10. For those keeping count, some long term archives have undergone seven migrations in just twenty years. This process is often compared to painting the Forth Bridge. Legend has it that by the time the painters re

It is 2026, and the narrative around data storage has shifted dramatically. The explosion of AI-generated content and training datasets has created a tsunami of "cold" data, information that needs to be kept indefinitely but isn't accessed daily. The same approach applies to media content. For years, the industry knee-jerk reaction to cold storage has been LTO tape. On the surface, tape seems fine: it’s dense, it saves power, and it offers an air gap against ransomware. But i

In the world of media and entertainment, data isn't just an asset, it’s the legacy of the organisation. When dealing with petabyte-scale libraries, some organizations often reach for what they know: RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) . It’s fast, familiar, and the backbone of Tier 1 production. But the truth: RAID is not designed as an archive.  It does not have the basic requirements of what is needed for long-term digital preservation. As we scale into the era of 8

A solution for not just replacing Sony Optical ODA, but working alongside as a hybrid.

Pangbourne, United Kingdom,  1 September 2025 - At this year’s IBC 2025, Disk Archive Corporation will unveil its latest innovation for...

Disk Archive Corps is exhibiting at SET Expo with our ALTO (Alternative to LTO solutions) for cost effective media archives.

Discover why ALTO’s disk-based archive wins on total cost of ownership (TCO) with unmatched efficiency, low maintenance, and hybrid flexibility—perfect for scalable, long-term storage that’s built to last.

As data tape libraries reach end-of-life, organizations face the challenge of migrating vast archives to modern storage solutions. Disk Archive Corporation’s ALTO system provides a seamless, cost-effective transition away from proprietary tape and optical disk storage. With no vendor lock-in, extended media life, and low power consumption, ALTO offers a reliable hybrid approach for long-term data preservation. Let me know if you’d like any tweaks!