TLDR: Rashi Peripherals Limited has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Quantum Corporation in India, a move set to significantly bolster enterprise storage offerings across the country. This partnership aims to expand Quantum’s reach in India’s rapidly growing data market, driven by AI and machine learning, by leveraging Rashi Peripherals’ extensive distribution network and market expertise. The collaboration will bring Quantum’s comprehensive portfolio, including object storage, tape libraries, and software-defined storage, to key sectors like BFSI, government, and large enterprises.
Rashi Peripherals Limited, a prominent national distribution partner for global technology brands in India, has announced its appointment as the exclusive distributor for Quantum Corporation within the Indian market. This strategic collaboration, effective September 2, 2025, is poised to significantly enhance the availability and reach of advanced enterprise storage solutions across India. The initiative is designed to expand Quantum’s footprint in India’s burgeoning enterprise storage sector, providing critical solutions for data protection, scalability, and performance across various industries.
Under this exclusive agreement, Rashi Peripherals (operating as RP Tech) will distribute Quantum’s full suite of enterprise storage solutions. This comprehensive portfolio includes ActiveScale® object storage, Scalar® tape libraries, software-defined storage (SDS) such as the StorNext® file system, and DXi® enterprise backup appliances. This addition not only diversifies RP Tech’s product offerings but also marks its entry into a new, specialized business line within the enterprise storage domain.
The Indian market is experiencing unprecedented data growth, largely fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the proliferation of unstructured data. This surge has led to a heightened demand among Indian enterprises for robust, future-ready storage architectures capable of managing and protecting vast amounts of information. The exclusive appointment of RP Tech is strategically positioned to address this demand, leveraging the company’s extensive pan-India distribution network, deep channel expertise, and strong customer base across critical verticals including BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance), government, and large enterprises.
Keshav Choudhary, Whole Time Director of Rashi Peripherals, commented on the partnership, stating, “Being appointed as the exclusive distributor for Quantum in India is a significant milestone in RP Tech’s growth journey. This addition not only expands our product portfolio but also positions us strongly in the enterprise storage domain. With Quantum’s proven technologies and our nationwide presence, we are well placed to address the evolving needs of BFSI, government, and enterprise customers. Our focus will be on building strong engagement through channel events, partner training, and customer roundtables, ensuring that Quantum’s solutions are delivered with the highest standards of service and support.”
Rob Hilligoss, Director, APAC Region, Quantum Corporation, also expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, remarking, “India is a high-growth, data-driven market where enterprises are rapidly modernizing their storage and data protection infrastructure. By appointing Rashi Peripherals as our exclusive distributor, we are bringing a trusted, long-term collaborator into a critical role. Their deep market expertise and extensive channel ecosystem makes them well-positioned to help us accelerate customer access to Quantum’s enterprise storage portfolio, while offering a superior experience through local engagement, support, and services.”
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RP Tech plans to focus on robust partner enablement programs, channel roadshows, and customer roundtables to build awareness and accelerate the adoption of Quantum’s enterprise solutions. The long-term vision for this collaboration is to solidify Quantum’s position in India’s dynamic enterprise storage sector and enable RP Tech to further expand its footprint in mission-critical technology domains.
