tiered storage

Tiered storage is a way of organizing data storage to balance cost and performance. It involves grouping data into different levels (tiers) based on how often it’s accessed. High-performance, more expensive storage (like SSDs) holds frequently used data for quick access. Less-used data is stored on cheaper, slower devices (like traditional hard drives). This system helps organizations save money by placing less critical data on economical storage, while ensuring important data is readily available when needed. Tiered storage optimizes efficiency by matching storage resources to data access needs.