As the quantity of information grows for an SAP customer, it become increasingly costly and complex to store and manage and able to retrieve it in a timely manner. Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a process for managing information through its lifecycle, from conception until disposal, in a manner that optimizes storage and access at the lowest cost. IBM’s unique experience with the broad range of ILM technologies, and its broad portfolio of offerings and solutions-including offerings in TotalStorage, TotalStorage Open Software, and DB2 Content Management, will provide businesses with the best solutions to manage their information throughout its lifecycle.