Data Center Tech Bytes

Compared to other countries, the U.S. relies heavily on outdated copper internet infrastructure, which slows down data transmission. Communities are beginning to deploy fiber to increase speeds and reliability, and ultimately bridge the digital divide.  In the season finale of Data Center Tech Bytes podcast series, Mark Hurley of Schneider Electric™ speaks with Jack Demers of Netly Fiber about the reasons why fiber is the solution to meet the needs of post-pandemic America. In this episode, you will: Explore the history of internet infrastructure Learn about the connections between fiber, 5G, and intelligent technology Discover the challenges and benefits of fiber deployments Listen to the final episode now.

When 4G and LTE debuted in 2009, they connected billions of people under one network. And this is just the tip of the iceberg. In the coming years, 5G has the potential to connect, not just billions of people, but also trillions of things. This next-gen network promises faster speeds and reliability. But how will this technology fundamentally change the edge, data centers, and businesses looking to power their own digital transformation?  In this episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast series, Russell Senesac of Schneider Electric speaks with Dawane Young of Verizon and Arnett Thomas of Nokia about the rise of 5G, and how 5G’s connection with the edge has the potential to drive new innovations in everything from applications to new business models.  In this episode, you will: Explore the rise of 5G, and how data centers are evolving to meet next-gen networks Learn about the connection between 5G and the edge Discover the options businesses have as they power their own digital transformations Listen now! 

Roughly 4 million households in rural areas lack internet access in the U.S. Unfortunately, school, work, and other aspects of everyday life shifted online due to the pandemic, putting those households without digital connectivity at a disadvantage.  In this episode of Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, Ivonne Valdes of Schneider Electric™ speaks with two IT leaders, Nancy Novak with Compass Datacenters and Dr. Julie Albright with University of Southern California, about the digital divide and the strategies organizations such as iMasons are using to bridge the gap.  Topics include: The evolution and connection between technology and learning for students Strategies the Infrastructure Masons are using to improve infrastructure, access, affordability, and digital literacy in rural areas Impacts of the digital gap beyond education, including small businesses Listen to the episode for more insights on closing the digital divide. 

Hyperscale demands continue to rise. How are data centers adapting to keep up with the exponential growth of the hybrid data + cloud market?  In the latest episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, Joe Reele from Schneider Electric™ speaks with Jim Smith of Equinix and Adil Attlassy of Compass Datacenters about how they’re using strategies such as diversification, investments in emerging markets, and modularity to meet new customer needs.  Topics include: The evolution of data centers and cloud from competitive to complementary Hurdles and opportunities for hyperscale growth  The importance of investments in research and development For these insights and more, listen to the episode now. 

There’s an unprecedented demand for hyperscale data centers — a direct result of a rise in cloud connectivity and colocation. But this demand is taking a toll on value chain players who often work in traditionally siloed roles.   In the latest episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, we hear about the ways Faith Technologies is evolving and collaborating with partners to handle compressed build times, labor shortages, and other challenges that arise with complex data center projects.  Topics include: The changing role of the electrical contractor in data center construction Challenges facing electrical contractors and other value chain members, including compressed build times and labor shortages Upskilling programs for the labor force Listen now to hear how Faith Technologies is changing the way they work to keep up with hyperscale demands. 

Data center customers are generating more data than ever before. And they expect this data to be protected, reliable, and on-demand. How are data centers keeping up with these new demands? In this episode of Data Center Tech Bytes, Joe Reele from Schneider Electric speaks with Jason Black of UBER, Tom Brown of Datagryd Data Centers, and Jeff Wabik of DC BLOX about how they’re adopting innovative strategies to handle the digital surge.  Topics include: The parts of the IT ecosystem Strategies tech giant UBER uses to ensure low latency Reconciling higher compute demand with smaller physical spaces The benefits of a hybrid cloud solution Listen now to hear how these businesses are preparing for future.

Virtually all industries are racing to keep up with the new digital norm.  Many are now on the fast-track to digital transformation as they deepen their reliance on high-speed, low-latency, reliable applications. According to Gary Lamora, Regional Director at Schneider Electric, “We’ve seen years’ worth of digital adoption here in just three months.” But what does this fast pace of growth mean for data centers?  In the latest episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, Gary Lamora speaks with Amber Caramella, Chief Revenue Officer with Netrality Data Centers about the ways edge data centers are supporting this unprecedented demand. Topics include: What is the edge and how does it support the new digital norm? How IoT, 5G, AI and machine learning are speeding up edge growth Strategies that will support the growth of the edge in 2020 and beyond    Listen now to hear about the future of the edge.  

Today, enterprises of all sizes are rethinking their data storage. They’re shifting away from on-site storage to off-premise colocation. Why is that? In this episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, Joe Reele speaks with Tony Rossabi of TierPoint about the evolution of colocation and the factors driving this market to the next phase.  Topics include: Why trust is essential for colocation customers The benefits of colocation on network optimization How colocation is spreading to smaller markets Listen now to see what colocation will look like in the coming years. 

The data center industry is growing at a fast pace, which means the industry is increasing its electricity consumption. What options are available to companies looking to decrease their reliance on fossil fuels in favor of renewable energy solutions?    In the latest episode of Data Center Tech Bytes, Mike Fraser of Schneider Electric speaks with Kevin Hagen, VP of Environment, Social & Governance Strategy at Iron Mountain about the launch of Green Power Pass, the data center industry’s first renewable energy solution.  In this podcast episode, you’ll explore: How data centers partner with organizations such as the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance and Future of Internet Power to decrease their use of fossil fuels How Iron Mountain’s Green Power Pass has produced over 100,000,000 kW hours of renewable energy How Iron Mountain is educating others about renewable solutions

Reliable compute power closer to the end-user is essential, given the increased demand for IoT, automation, and cloud, along with many facets of life now happening at home such as school and work. In addition to reliability, the edge must also be flexible to meet each customer’s specific needs.  In episode three of Data Center Tech Bytes, Lily Yusupova of Schneider Electric speaks with Phillip Marangella of EdgeConneX about the changing landscape of the edge, and how it has rapidly expanded as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Topics include: The evolving scope of edge deployments Why EdgeConneX builds data centers on-demand The benefits of strong partnerships with suppliers Listen now to hear how EdgeConneX is responding to the fast evolution of the edge. 

The IT network is one of the most essential technologies of our time. However, there are gaps in coverage that have recently come to light in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic that prove the network must be reinforced. In this episode of the Data Center Tech Bytes podcast, Russell Senesac, VP of Strategy and Business Development with Schneider Electric speaks with Chris Malayter, VP of Network and Interconnection with CoreSite about the challenges that arose as more people relied on home network connectivity for work and school. Topics include: The development of the network Three network limitations: Access, speed, and volume Solutions to overcome network limitations Listen now to hear about the progress and limitations of our current network, as well as solutions to tackle these challenges. For more information about the Data Center Tech Bytes series please visit https://www.se.com/us/en/work/campaign/local/data-center-tech-bytes

Data centers have experience capturing data, interpreting it, and turning it into actionable intelligence. Still, many facilities struggle to use data to improve their own operations and reduce the overall risk of equipment issues and unexpected downtime.   In the premiere episode of Data Center Tech Bytes, Wendi Runyon, VP Strategy, Schneider Electric speaks with Adil Attlassy, Chief Technology Officer, Compass Datacenters about the challenges and successes they have experienced during their predictive analytics journey.