According to analysis by Cushman & Wakefield, Asia Pacific is forecasted to surpass the United States as the largest colocation data center market globally before 2030. The Asia Pacific Data Centre Investment Landscape report predicts that by 2030, the region will have around 23,904 MW of operational colocation capacity, compared to the United States, which is expected to have approximately 18,256 MW. This will position APAC ahead of the US… Read More
As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, businesses are constantly upgrading their infrastructure and migrating to more modern data centers. This ongoing evolution often necessitates the decommissioning of existing data centers to make way for the new. However, decommissioning a data center is no small task. It requires meticulous planning, strategic execution, and expertise to ensure a smooth transition while mitigating risks. In this article, we will delve… Read More
E-waste is the major focus of data center decommissioning, but more thought needs to be given to mechanical and electrical equipment such as generators. When it comes to the end of life and decommissioning of a data center, the focus often turns to IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) and what to do with IT hardware. This is important as there are numerous compliance requirements around IT hardware containing sensitive information. The… Read More
Data center decommissioning can be a huge undertaking. It’s a complex process spread over many systems involving multiple pieces of high-value equipment. The consideration of emergency power and cooling systems add extra levels of complexity to the decommissioning and building shutdown process. State, federal and local regulations must be followed. Each system has a separate set of guidelines and requires a defined skill set which existing staff may not have. With Silverback’s data… Read More
About the only thing harder than building a data center is dismantling one. The potential for disruption of business is much greater with data center decommissioning than with construction. A case in point, the decommissioning of the Titan supercomputer at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), reveals just how complicated the process can be. More than 40 people were involved with the project, including staff from ORNL, supercomputer manufacturer Cray, and… Read More
As the COVID-19 response moves in and out of various phases, companies are moving from updating their response plans to implementing them. Each organization is different, and responses vary based on site environment, the number of COVID-19 cases in the area and government-mandated restrictions. One thing all companies hold in common, though, is their priorities: the health and safety of their staff, partners and customers; business continuity; and compliance with… Read More
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