It probably should go without saying that the planning phase is crucial to any data center project. But the specific planning process you use will go a long way toward how successful the data center will ultimately be in delivering on the requirements it was intended to meet. Schneider Electric has some sound advice on the topic, and lays it out in a new eBook, "A Practical Guide to Data Center Planning and Design".
Data centres consume an estimated 200 terawatt hours (TWh) of energy each year–more than the energy consumption of some countries. They also produce an estimated 2% of all global CO2... Read more...
From London to Foxboro, from Las Vegas to Atlanta, sports teams the world over are hyper-focused on the fan experience. The primary vehicle for delivering this experience: stadiums and arenas.... ...
If you asked anyone who works in a data center to describe what it’s like, they might say, “it’s pretty noisy, cold, and windy… it’s best if you go in... Read more » The post EcoStruxure™ IT...
It’s been a while since I read Who Moved My Cheese but I thought of the book recently when speaking at DCD New York City about the future needs of... Read more » The post Looking to DCIM to...
Ir Dave Chan is Chief Executive of Information, Communications, and Building Technologies at ATAL Engineering, a Master-level BMS EcoXpert. Clients frequently ask me “when is the best time to...
With cloud services gaining traction, the pressure is on for colocation and large enterprise data centers to scale quickly and efficiently while also meeting sustainability goals. Many cloud and...
Since ancient times, transportation has played an important role in connecting cultures, sharing knowledge, and building economic prosperity. A fundamental piece in the growth of civilizations,...
If you operate or have acquired aging, legacy data centers, you may be finding that these facilities are unable to meet your newest efficiency and uptime goals compared to newer... Read more...
Nearly two-thirds of high-growth companies are turning to hybrid work arrangements.[1] Employees are not the only ones moving away from or staying out of traditional population centers. Customers...
If you listen to what major telco service providers are saying, review their coverage maps, and check the connection status on your phone, it seems that 5G has hit the... Read more » The post Low...
What you’re missing out by not considering MDC as a Service The secular shift towards focusing on core business deliverables, while outsourcing all non-core business activities is a key trend... ...
Data center densities continue to increase, and so does the demand for data. The global data center market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% over the next five... Read more » The post How a...
The data center industry is becoming increasingly responsive to environmental concerns. Typically, the industry has used a great deal of energy to power its facilities, cooling systems, and...
In the late 1990s, most companies looking to realize the benefits of cloud computing then struggled with application performance, security, interoperability, and management. Fast forward 20 years...
Major Cloud and Service Providers such as Amazon, Facebook and Google, have recently made data center investments in places like Umatilla, Oregon; Newton county, Georgia; and, Bridgeport, Alabama....
Q&A with Schneider Electric’s New Head of Engineering & Technology for Modular Data Center Solutions INTRO: We caught up with Tuan Hoang, newly appointed head of engineering and technology for...
It seems like everyday the news is packed with stories on the latest cyberattack. After waiting in a long line to buy limited gas for my car (the result of... Read more » The post Cyberattacks...
Data centers are necessary facilities that store vast amounts of sensitive data. These facilities should be armed with adequate power throughout the clock to maintain the safety of the data... ...
With more than 8.5 billion data centres worldwide, there is a demand for efficient cooling centres. The IT sector consumes around 100% of the electricity, which gets converted into heat.... Read...
Data centers are the heart of the world’s digital transformation. By now, most people know this, and it reminds me of a quote – “Computing is not about computers anymore.... Read more » The post...
