A dedicated role or automated service responsible for allocating data to the appropriate storage tier based on classification, access poli cies, and operational needs. It ensures efficient storage utilization, cost optimization, and compliance with security and governance requirements.The Storage Manager serves as the integration layer that orchestrates and unifies the on-premises and cloud storage environments. It facilitates smooth data movement, provides unified management, and ensures consistent access across the hybrid infrastructure. The Storage Manager supports a broad range of data retention needs—from simple block-level storage to sophisticated big data object storage—ensuring that data is available, secure, and efficiently managed across the entire organization.