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DDN is the overall market leader in AI and HPC at scale

Supercharging the Future of AI Data Infrastructure

Ranked #1 for High-Performance Storage for many years, our advanced data intelligence platforms ensure maximum GPU utilization for the best performance and return on investment possible. If you need a fast, secure, scalable data environment, there is no comparison to DDN.

DDN’s Origin Story

At the inflection point during which supercomputers were first deployed, the data infrastructure was lacking. That’s where our co-founders, Alex Bouzari and Paul Bloch, came in. Lofty goals, amazing opportunity!

500,000GPUs Supercharged
500k GPUs Supported
10sof Exabytes Enabled in AI & HPC
100s of Exabytes Enabled in AI & HPC
10XScale, Speed, Better ROI Than Competition
60% Top 100 Computing Centers
Trusted by
  • NVIDIA
  • PayPal
  • KLA
  • Warner Bros
  • Scaleway
  • Weill Cornell Medicine
  • NASA

About Us

At DDN, we are pioneers in high performance data storage and management, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that empower organizations across the globe. Our commitment to excellence, coupled with our cutting-edge technology, enables us to drive performance, scalability and reliability for our clients. Discover how our expertise and passion for data are transforming industries and shaping the future.

Our History

DDN has a rich history of leadership in high performance storage spanning over 25 years.

DDN established via merger of MegaDrive and ImpactData
1998The Beginning

DDN established via merger of MegaDrive and ImpactData

DDN pivots from larger market to focus on HPC-class storage during
2007Big Data Explosion

DDN pivots from larger market to focus on HPC-class storage during “Big Data Explosion”

DDN exceeds $100 million in annual revenue and provides storage systems for 48 of the top 100 supercomputers
2008Exceeds $100M

DDN exceeds $100 million in annual revenue and provides storage systems for 48 of the top 100 supercomputers.

DDN exceeds $200 million in annual revenue and becomes largest privately held storage company
2011Exceeds $200M

DDN exceeds $200 million in annual revenue and becomes largest privately held storage company.

DDN announces that it powers 70 percent of the top 500 supercomputers
201670% of Top 500 Supercomputers

DDN announces that it powers 70 percent of the top 500 supercomputers.

DDN earns unicorn status
2017Unicorn

DDN earns unicorn status.

DDN acquires Lustre filesystem storage team from Intel, and software defined storage vendor Nexenta
2018Lustre Filesystem

DDN acquires Lustre filesystem storage team from Intel and enterprise virtualization from Tintri

DDN acquires IntelliFlash Division, formerly Tegile, from Western Digital
2019IntelliFlash

DDN acquires IntelliFlash Division, formerly Tegile, from Western Digital and software defined storage vendor Nexenta

DDN reports annual revenues of $400 million and claims 11,000 customers
202111,000 Customers

DDN reports annual revenues of $400 million and 11,000 customers

Become a catalyst for change

Innovation is at the Core
of What We Do

We’ve been fortunate to work with some of the best and the brightest innovators. Innovation is at the core of what we do. Our data intelligence platform and parallel processing capabilities are vital for deep learning algorithms, AI, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and complex computing systems. Our GPU-powered AI solutions enable enterprises to develop services and products that were previously unattainable with traditional computing methods.

For the past 20 years, our team has kept us at the forefront of data technology, and has provided the foundation for enabling researchers to push the limits of “what can be done.”

With over $500 million invested in research and development, DDN continues to lead the industry in developing essential technologies for accelerated computing. Our comprehensive platform strategy supports a broad range of use cases and has been adopted by the largest industries, including autonomous driving, financial services, healthcare, research, and academia. DDN powers many of the world’s top supercomputers, underscoring our leadership in high-performance computing and AI development.

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Why Choose Us

We pride ourselves on the success and satisfaction of our customers. Leading cloud service providers, consumer internet companies, and public sector entities rely on DDN’s data intelligence platform to enhance their services that deliver exceptional value and results to our clients.

Industry-Leading Innovation
Industry-Leading Innovation

We continuously push the boundaries of technology, providing cutting-edge solutions that drive performance and efficiency across diverse industries.

Unmatched Expertise
Unmatched Expertise

Our team of experts brings unparalleled knowledge and experience, ensuring that our clients receive the best solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Scalable Solutions
Scalable Solutions

Whether your organization is small or large, our scalable solutions grow with you, offering flexibility and reliability to meet your evolving demands.

Dedicated Customer Support
Dedicated Customer Support

We prioritize customer satisfaction with our dedicated support team, providing personalized assistance and ensuring seamless integration and operation of our solutions.

Awards & Accolades

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AI Breakthrough Award

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DDN EXAScaler Awarded “Top Big Data and AI Achievement” in BigDATAWire Readers’ and Editors’ Choice Awards

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DDN AI400X2 QLC Awarded “Best HPC Storage Product or Technology” in HPCwire Readers’ and Editors’ Choice Awards

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DDN Awarded “Best Use of HPC in
Life Sciences” in HPCwire Readers’ and Editors’ Choice Awards

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AI Breakthrough Award

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CRN Women of the Channel

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CRN Channel Chief

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CRN 2022 Storage 100

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CRN 2022 5-Star Partner Program Guide

Our Leadership

Meet the visionary leaders driving innovation and excellence at DDN. Our experienced and dedicated leadership team is committed to guiding our company towards continued success, ensuring that we deliver top-tier data storage and management solutions to our clients.

Alex Bouzari
Alex Bouzari

Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder

Paul Bloch
Paul Bloch

President & Co-founder

Ian Angelo
Ian Angelo

Chief Financial Officer

Sven Oehme
Sven Oehme

Chief Technical Officer

Meet Our Partners

When our expertise is combined, we deliver the most impactful, efficient, performant data center solutions on the planet.

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I have a very simple statement for you; NVIDIA uses DDN.

Manuvir DasHead of Enterprise Computing NVIDIA
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