The Future of Data Centers

This final episode addresses how enterprises can enter edge markets where real estate may be limited. As data is increasingly driven to the edge, how can enterprises think outside the box to ultimately compete for the end-user? Hear from Arun Shenoy, CMO and SVP of Global Sales at Serverfarm, on its unique blend of real estate, data center, and IT management powered by its efficiency-driving platform, InCommand. Plus, we discuss more in-depth the value chain process and how edge tech will be a deciding factor amongst the competition, such as Edge Infrastructure as a Service, Edge Platforms as a Service, and Edge Solutions as a Service.

When it comes to data centers, sustainability is a hot yet controversial topic and becoming more and more of a focal point, especially as operators compete for the “most sustainable data center” title. In this important episode, we take a look into edge data centers and debate their role in sustainability. According to Forbes, edge computing, along with machine learning, will significantly reduce data center energy, allowing for data to be transmitted over shorter distances, therefore reducing energy usage and ultimately carbon emissions. Still, there’s another side of the story where some claim the edge isn’t sustainable at all. Plus, we discuss Serverfarm’s chapter in the book Greener Data: 5 (And A Bit) Steps To Greener Data.

There’s no question edge data centers will play a critical role in the future of data centers. What was once just an experiential concept has now claimed its stake as a must-have for data center operators and enterprises alike. Although according to Gartner, today only 10% of data is created and processed at the edge. This is expected to rise to 75% by 2025. In this first episode of our new mini-series, Philbert Shih of Structure Research joins Arun Shenoy of Serverfarm and Ambrose McNevin of Tech Marketing, to clearly define “what is an edge data center” and how they enable enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Plus, we look at the new era of edge and its entry into the double-digit megawatt arena — no longer limiting its size or capacity.

How does DMaaS bring together people, processes and machine learning? As the era of invisible infrastructure continues, can DMaaS automate tasks enabling enterprises, especially their IT teams and ultimately their customers, to experience smooth IT operations amid enormous disruption? This final episode answers these questions and more as host Joao Lima leads an impactful discussion that elevates the importance of DMaaS while zooming in on how ML will continue to take data center management to new heights.

In this ultimate face-off, our podcast guests challenge the definitions asserting that DMaaS and DCIM are the same. So how do they differ? In this second episode, we answer that question while explaining why data center management solutions must work across multiple disciplines in the data center. Plus, lend us your ears to hear more about how DMaaS aligns with combating climate change and data center sustainability efforts.