This document discusses OpenIO, an open source software-defined storage platform. It can transform commodity x86 servers into a large storage and computing pool. OpenIO offers elastic, scalable object storage for up to 1000+ petabytes of data. It uses a grid architecture with no single point of failure and real-time load balancing. OpenIO also enables running applications directly on the storage infrastructure through its "Grid for Apps" feature. The document outlines how OpenIO provides ease of use, supports storage tiering, and can integrate with services like Backblaze B2 to offer hybrid cloud storage solutions.