In 1992, NetApp was founded with a vision to simplify data management and access in networked environments. Originally known as Network Appliance, Inc., the company emerged from a fundamental realization: the exploding world of data needed smarter ways to store, manage, and protect information. What started as a mission to make network-attached storage accessible and efficient has evolved into a comprehensive data infrastructure powerhouse that today helps organizations across the globe harness the full potential of their data.
Today, NetApp stands as the intelligent data infrastructure company, recognized as a Fortune 500 leader in cloud data services and data management. From powering Formula One racing teams at the edge of human endurance to supporting CERN's Large Hadron Collider at the edge of the universe, NetApp's technology enables customers to achieve breakthroughs they never thought possible. The company pioneered the concept of a unified data fabric that seamlessly connects on-premises infrastructure with public cloud services, giving organizations the freedom to manage and move data wherever it makes the most sense.
Under CEO George Kurian's leadership, NetApp has transformed from a traditional storage company into an AI-ready cloud data services leader. The company's intelligent data infrastructure combines unified storage, integrated data services, and CloudOps solutions to help enterprises modernize their infrastructure, transform their cloud strategies, and drive AI innovation. With a heritage of innovation in technologies like ONTAP, StorageGRID, and the award-winning Active IQ digital advisor, NetApp continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in data management, helping customers unleash genius in their data, teams, and businesses.