Blog Modern Infrastructure Starts With Dell PowerStore

Businesses face rising pressure to modernize IT. Dell PowerStore, available from Insight, offers simplified, secure, and cost-optimized infrastructure solutions.

Today’s data-driven businesses demand more from their infrastructure — more speed, more flexibility, more security, and less complexity. But for many organizations, legacy systems can’t keep up with the evolving needs of digital transformation, AI workloads, or hybrid cloud operations.

Dell PowerStore, available from Insight, lets organizations redefine what modern infrastructure looks like. It delivers simplicity, resiliency, and future-ready performance that empowers businesses to scale with ease and drive innovation.

Scale and modernize with agility.

Dell PowerStore’s breakthrough technology pairs with Insight’s infrastructure modernization expertise to empower organizations to fast track their IT transformations.

PowerStore’s adaptable architecture is engineered to align with changing business demands. Whether you’re deploying on-premises, hybrid cloud, or edge environments, the system seamlessly integrates into your current stack while laying a scalable foundation for what’s next.

PowerStore at a glance

PowerStore’s advanced features reduce the burden on IT staff and eliminate common barriers to modernization, from upgrade anxiety to workload migration complexity. These features include:

• Modular upgrades enable non-disruptive performance boosts without replacing existing drives or enclosures.
• All-inclusive software ensures you’re always equipped with the latest features — with no extra licensing costs.
• Built-in intelligence simplifies management and automates routine tasks, freeing up time for innovation.

Reduce the total cost of ownership.

In an era where IT leaders must do more with less, PowerStore delivers measurable cost savings and proven ROI.

According to IDC, organizations that deploy Dell PowerStore report:

• 468% 3-year ROI
• 11-month investment payback
• 24% decrease in 3-year operational cost
• 26% more time for innovation¹

These numbers are more than benchmarks — they reflect real-world benefits from simplified operations, reduced downtime, and a future-proof infrastructure that scales without excessive costs.

By working with Insight, organizations can assess their current total cost of ownership and get expert guidance on transitioning to a lower-cost, higher-value environment built around Dell infrastructure.

Simplify IT complexity.

One of the standout features of PowerStore is its ability to simplify even the most complex IT environments. As organizations deploy more applications and data across distributed environments, centralized control and operational clarity are crucial.

PowerStore includes:

• Active/active design to ensure high availability and performance across all workloads
• Patented dual redundancy software for dual-parity protection without RAID headaches
• Automated failure recovery and zero-touch rebuilds for minimized disruptions
• Single-drive expansion for granular, low-risk growth

These features, combined with Insight’s deep experience in infrastructure consulting and deployment, create a powerful pathway to simplification and agility. Insight’s 35+ years as a storage infrastructure expert and more than 340 Dell certifications make us a strategic partner in navigating modernization.

Strengthen security and uptime.

As cyberthreats grow in complexity and outages become more costly, uptime and security are top-of-mind for IT leaders.

PowerStore was designed with resilience in mind:

• 99.9999% uptime means you can rely on critical systems to stay operational.
• Built-in encryption and access controls protect sensitive workloads.
• Secure, automated updates reduce human error and ensure consistent patching.

Together with Insight’s governance and compliance expertise, these capabilities give your organization greater peace of mind and stronger control over IT risk.

Why Insight + Dell Technologies?

Modernizing your IT infrastructure isn’t just about upgrading hardware — it’s about working with a partner who understands your business objectives and the technical challenges unique to your environment.

Insight delivers:

• Expert assessments to identify infrastructure inefficiencies
• Architecture and implementation guidance tailored to your goals
• Seamless procurement and deployment support across the Dell portfolio
• Long-term optimization to evolve alongside your digital strategy

Dell PowerStore, available from Insight, is more than just a storage solution. It’s the foundation for an infrastructure that’s scalable, secure, and built to adapt.

¹Szurley, M. and Silwa, C. (March 2023). The Business Value of Dell PowerStore. IDC. Sponsored by Dell Technologies and Intel.