Data deduplication is a must-have technology for today's enterprises. However, there are a wide range of choices and issues to be considered. Many preparations must be made before you can safely implement a deduplication system. Understanding the key elements of the various technologies, and how each particular implementation might meet or not meet your individual requirements is vital in deciding which to buy.

This article covers six steps an organization can take to make sure implementing a deduplication technology is a smooth process.