Storage Technology Research Library

The Xiotech Total Cost of Ownership Calculator is designed to provide insight into the true costs of a storage area network (SAN). With Xiotech storage solutions, organizations can realize savings in five target areas. Read about them here. A TCO analysis provides tremendous insight for organizations considering a storage system. While CAPEX is the tip of the iceberg, OPEX accounts for a greater percentage of the TCO. OPEX must be measured and factored into any TCO calculation. In any economic condition, organizations should perform due diligence and complete a TCO analysis. In tougher economic times, it is vital.