The global volume of generated data is growing at an astonishing rate - forecasts indicate an annual increase of 35–37%, meaning that by 2028, we will surpass the 400 zettabyte threshold. This presents a significant challenge for enterprise IT infrastructure and data centers, which must keep up with performance demands, security requirements, and scalability. A key role in this context is played by enterprise-class drives, which ensure high reliability, resilience to extreme conditions, and long-term operational stability, making them the foundation of modern data ecosystems.
Data explosion and the new era of storage. How can companies meet future challenges?
Global data growth and storage infrastructure challenges
The amount of globally generated data is increasing exponentially—forecasts indicate an annual growth rate of 35–37%. According to available estimates, around 149 zettabytes of data were generated in 2024, and this figure is expected to reach as much as 400 zettabytes by 2028. This enormous growth rate is the result not only from the increasing number of Internet users and connected IoT (Internet of Things) devices but also from the rapid development of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics. This entails numerous technological challenges, including ensuring adequate computing power as well as storage solutions for data retention.
The question arises: why is this necessary? The answer is that such systems require vast datasets to operate effectively, as a large volume of high-quality data significantly impacts the accuracy of these tools and their business value.
Companies utilizing advanced data analytics systems must have a storage infrastructure that not only accommodates massive volumes of data but also ensures high availability, performance, and security. A key aspect of this is the proper segmentation of data into different tiers (TIER0, TIER1, TIER2, TIER3), allowing for optimized storage processes and quick access to information, thereby increasing the business value of implemented solutions.
For example:
- TIER0 includes transactional and operational data, as well as e-commerce information that requires the shortest access times.
- TIER1 consists of working files, data from communication systems, and other business applications.
- TIER2 includes replicated operational data and historical reports.
Such a division enables the optimization of storage structures in terms of both performance and capacity.
Goodram Enterprise SSD technology: meeting dynamic storage needs
Wilk Elektronik is a Polish manufacturer of computer memory and the only producer of DRAM and SSD in the European market. With over 30 years of experience in the storage industry, the company has been providing innovative and reliable solutions that respond to the dynamically changing market needs and the specific requirements of businesses. In response to the growing volume of generated data and the increasingly complex challenges related to data storage and processing, the company has expanded its portfolio with high-performance enterprise-class SSDs.
The completeness of the proposed solutions forms the foundation of Wilk Elektronik’s offering. The company ensures a comprehensive product range that includes solutions for systems requiring maximum performance as well as cost-efficient options for long-term data retention. This enables Wilk Elektronik to remain a trusted partner in building modern, flexible, and secure IT infrastructures.
The Polish manufacturer offers a comprehensive portfolio of SSDs tailored to meet the specific requirements of different performance tiers:
- UltraSpeed Series – designed for systems requiring the highest performance (classified as TIER0 and TIER1). Models in this series deliver sequential read/write transfer rates of up to 14,800/8,700 MB/s and achieve 3000 and 900 KIOPS. Their high DWPD rating (up to 3) makes them an excellent choice for write-intensive applications.
- DataCore Series – intended for applications where high capacity, fast performance, and a high DWPD rating (up to 3) are crucial, covering typical TIER1 and TIER2 storage solutions. Depending on configuration, these SSDs offer read speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,000 MB/s, with respective of 3000 and 800 KIOPS.
- SATADrive Series – complements the portfolio for general-purpose server systems, such as file servers, application servers, and communication systems in mid-sized and smaller enterprise environments (typical for TIER1 and TIER2). It features a SATA interface, capacities of up to 3.84 TB, and a DWPD range from 0.4 to 3.
- BootSystem Series – SSDs dedicated to operating system booting. This includes hypervisors requiring a fast and reliable boot drive for system startup and configuration, as well as bare-metal configurations directly hosting an OS. This series offers SATA and NVMe interfaces while preserving valuable U.2/3/ES slots.
All enterprise SSDs ensure performance consistency, with the UltraSpeed series offering 95% performance stability and latencies as low as 1.4 µs for 99.999% of operations, making them highly predictable and scalable. This is a crucial feature that enhances the responsiveness of the entire IT infrastructure.
Another key factor to consider is data storage cybersecurity, ensured by AES-256 encryption and compliance with TCG OPAL 2.0. All SSDs in the Goodram Enterprise series incorporate these security standards.
To address potential data integrity loss due to power failure, these SSDs feature hardware-based Power Loss Protection (PLP), implemented using supercapacitors (depending on the model, either tantalum or aluminum capacitors).
The SSDs are available in all enterprise storage form factors, including U.2, U.3, E3.S, E1.S, M.2, and 2.5”, depending on the series, allowing for the creation of custom storage configurations.
A unique feature of the Goodram Enterprise series is compatibility with liquid cooling systems (immersion cooling), which can optimize the Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) ratio in large server environments, enabling the development of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly data centers.
These attributes make Goodram Enterprise’s offering both comprehensive and unique. With a broad selection of SSDs, European manufacturer enables optimal media selection for specific needs, ensuring cost-efficient storage system deployment across enterprises of varying sizes and data centers.
Built-in reliability
Enterprise systems require high reliability. Based on this fundamental requirement, Wilk Elektronik implements rigorous design and validation procedures.
During the design phase, advanced system simulations are used to analyze performance and reliability parameters thoroughly. These simulations allow for an in-depth examination of drive and system functionality, which is difficult or impossible in real-world environments.
Once a prototype is developed, validation procedures are implemented, including real-world workload simulations and extreme condition testing. These tests involve accelerated aging techniques, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of wear processes and optimizing the controller for specific workloads.
These tests cover over 2,000 SSDs, with a cumulative testing time exceeding 6,000 hours per product series. This stringent approach ensures an Unrecoverable Bit Error Rate (UBER) of 10⁻¹⁸ and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours, making Goodram Enterprise SSDs suitable for demanding enterprise environments.
All enterprise SSDs are covered by a 5-year warranty.
Direct manufacturer support and customization
By choosing enterprise SSDs of European manufacturer, customers gain access to direct manufacturer support, which offers tangible benefits. Wilk Elektronik provides comprehensive pre- and post-purchase support, covering everything from storage system design and implementation to long-term maintenance and optimization. For enterprise applications requiring custom performance tuning, the company offers customization services, including firmware adjustments and SSD optimization tailored to specific business applications. This process involves detailed customer needs analysis, infrastructure assessment, and precise hardware optimization. As a European manufacturer, Wilk Elektronik maintains local warehouses, ensuring high product availability and short lead times. This guarantees reliable supply chains and flexibility to meet the evolving market demands.
With its comprehensive product portfolio, cutting-edge technology, and top-tier technical support, Wilk Elektronik remains a key partner for companies seeking reliable and high-performance storage solutions.