Beyond Cost: What’s Really Driving Cloud Storage Decisions For MSPs

Cloud storage costs are rising fast—and MSPs are feeling the squeeze. But cost isn’t the only factor shaping storage decisions in 2025. From security and scalability to AI-driven workloads, MSPs are balancing new priorities while still trying to control budgets.

That’s why Wasabi commissioned its 2025 Cloud Storage Index—to uncover what’s really driving storage decisions today, and how MSPs can adapt to meet customer demand without sacrificing profitability.

Join CRNtv, Wasabi, and partner VirtuIT Systems as we explore the latest research, real-world challenges and strategies MSPs are using to navigate the cloud storage landscape

Hear from The Channel Company, Wasabi and VirtuIT Systems on CRNtv as we discuss:

• Why 79 percent of MSPs exceeded storage budgets last year—and how to manage costs more effectively

• What workloads are driving the fastest growth in cloud storage

• How MSPs are balancing cost, security, and scalability in provider decisions

• What partners like VirtuIT are doing to adapt to customer cloud-first strategies

• How AI is reshaping storage needs—and how Wasabi is helping MSPs prepare

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Host: Kena Johnson, Host and Content Creator, The Channel Company

Guests:

• Andrew Smith, Director of Strategy & Market Intelligence, Wasabi
• Gary McConnell, CEO of VirtuIT Systems