Quantum joins other hardware and software developers, working to ensure that our systems are compatible with one another. We sponsor and associate with these organizations to address current industry issues:

• Storage Network Industry Association - Provides storage architecture and education services to the IT community.

• Network Data Management Protocol - Focuses on data backup, making the transition between applications and service providers seamless.

• Internet Engineering Task Force - Works on developing specifications for the evolving architecture of the Internet.

• Tape Technology Council - Increases the awareness and understanding of tape storage technology; promotes the features, advantages, and benefits of tape technology.