Synology recognized on the 2026 CRN Storage 100 list

Bellevue, WA — Apr. 13, 2026 — Synology announced that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, has included Synology on its prestigious annual Storage 100 list in the Software-Defined category. 

The CRN Storage 100 spotlights storage vendors advancing innovation, delivering cutting-edge technology and supporting high-impact strategic partnerships. Selected by the CRN editorial team, each company on the list was chosen for its dedication to bringing best-in-class storage offerings to the channel. 

The Storage 100 list serves as a valuable resource for solution providers looking to optimize their portfolios with critical storage technology in areas such as software-defined storage; data recovery, observability, and resilience; and components. 

"We are thrilled to once again be included in the CRN Storage 100 list," said Will Davis, Vice President of Sales at Synology America. "This reflects our focus to deliver reliable, enterprise-ready storage solutions, without unnecessary cost or complexity. We remain committed to a channel-first approach, equipping partners with a clear, competitive alternative to legacy vendors while addressing real customer challenges." 

Over the past 25 years, Synology has evolved from serving personal and home office environments to comprehensive data management solutions spanning storage, protection and surveillance for enterprise organizations. Today, Synology serves customers in over 120 countries, with over 14 million deployments worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 500. 

"We're proud to recognize the companies on this year's Storage 100 for their deep commitment to partnering with the channel to deliver truly transformative storage solutions," said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. "These vendors continue to push meaningful innovation in storage while evolving partner strategies that drive success across the entire channel ecosystem."  

Coverage of the 2026 CRN Storage 100 list begins on April 13 at crn.com/storage100.