The document discusses IBM's information infrastructure and journey to the cloud. It notes that smarter systems are creating an information explosion as data from sources like RFID tags and smart meters grows exponentially. This growth is outpacing storage budget increases, creating inefficiencies. The IBM SAN Volume Controller addresses this by virtualizing storage across arrays into a single pool to improve utilization and simplify management. It allows non-disruptive data migration and copy services to further optimize infrastructure and ensure business continuity.