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They are doing that by collecting data from multiple sources throughout their stores : mobile devices , guest wireless , POS devices , RFID , and others , including video . All of that data must be stored and analyzed , so retailers can make data-driven business decisions . Doing that requires a storage infrastructure that is cost-effective and “ smart .” One that allows data from disparate sources to be retained for long periods of time , managing the movement of the data between multiple tiers to minimize cost , while ensuring the files are easily accessible for analysis .
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experience in companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 firms and drives Quantum ’ s strategy in the intelligence and security market .
Wayne Arvidson , Vice President , Intelligence , Surveillance & Security Solutions , Quantum Corporation
He is an expert on best storage practices for video surveillance , and is helping to drive industry transformation by educating the market on the role storage can play as the foundation of a security infrastructure .
( Quantum Xcellis , a powerful and scalable system that simplifies storage architecture and streamlines operations , was recently honored with the 2016 ‘ ASTORS ’ Platinum Award , for Best Video Data Storage Solution . Xcellis enhances workflows , boosts efficiency , improves productivity , and enables business insight . Courtesy of Quantum Corp . and YouTube )
Increasingly , retailers need to become conversant in the technologies of surveillance and storage so they can fully tap their potential and remain competitive . With an intelligent storage infrastructure as the foundation , retailers can take advantage of the benefits that retail analytics have to offer and develop innovative ways to attract and to serve consumers .
About the Author : Wayne Arvidson , Vice President , Intelligence , Surveillance & Security Solutions , Quantum Corporation A seasoned global marketing , product management , and business development executive , Wayne has over 25 years senior management
Wayne has been published in numerous industry publications and is a regular speaker at industry events . He also sits on the SIA Government Affairs Committee Working Group on Body-Worn Video Technology , which is charged with recommending best practices to the US Federal government .
Congratulations to Quantum Corporation on becoming a Winner of the American Security Today ’ s Homeland Security Awards Program !
Sources : National Retail Federation , “ The 2016 National Retail Security Survey ,” June 2016 .
IHS , “ Enterprise & IP Storage Used for Video Surveillance ,” November 2015 .
RIS News , “ In-Store Firepower ,” May / June 2016 .
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