We did not evaluate any other options.

Veeam provides the software solution, as does Arcserve and Unitrends. However, for the most part, they pitch their backup appliances. Some people may prefer to go with a backup appliance. Others may prefer a software solution. The main reason why people go with Veeam is because of its ease of use and configuration. It just works. Veeam is much easier to use and configure than a software solution that can run on your existing infrastructure. This is better than having to buy all the backup appliances and be tied to that appliance. When it fills up, you need to go buy another appliance, which is not exactly a scalable solution.

Symantec Backup Exec (Veritas)

We tried NetBackup, among other solutions prior to implementing this current product.

We looked at quite a few different options. At the end with all of the usability, scalability, and information, I used to get most of that from Symantec. It's going to integrate seamlessly into the system.