This research service assesses various emerging data storage technologies such as holographic storage; magnetic memory; and ferroelectric, molecular, resistive memories. It also discusses about nanotechnology based memory technology as well as scanning probe memory. Industry trends, drivers and challenges, opportunities for these technologies are investigated. With the increasing demand for storage density, the capabilities of various alternate and new technologies are constantly explored.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Executive Summary

Technology Snapshot and Trends
a. Technology Capability
b. Technology Adoption Level

Impact Assessment and Analysis
a. Market Impact of Existing and Emerging Technologies
b. Market Impact of Technology/Drivers and Challenges

Opportunity Evaluation and Roadmapping
a. Emerging Opportunities
b. Technology Roadmap
c. AHP-Based Evaluation

Key Patents and Contacts

Appendix

Decision Support Tables