This IDC study evaluates global scale-out file system vendors, recognizing Pure Storage as a Leader. It describes market drivers, including explosive unstructured data growth and the need for scalable, high-performance, flexible file platforms. Pure’s strengths include ease of use, consistent performance, efficient all-flash architecture, and strong customer experience. Challenges include reliance on proprietary hardware and limited protocol diversity. The report offers guidance on workload alignment, HA requirements, and long-term architectural considerations for enterprise buyers.

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