It’s no secret that keeping data secure is at the forefront of every company’s mind. Without data security, not only are your customers at risk but your business and your reputation are as well. Biometric technology is a popular security method used to keep data centers protected. Biometric technology analyzes the identity of a person’s…
When it comes to making the most of airflow management improvements, it can be challenging to figure out where to start. There are so many different variables that can affect the airflow in a data center from the types of data racks to cable openings. Fortunately, by following airflow management best practices, you can avoid…
It’s no secret that edge data centers with their server racks have been taking the computing world by storm. These small facilities are located close to the populations they serve, which makes it easier to deliver cloud computing resources and cached content to end users when and where they need it most. In the age…
It’s no secret that data center security is vital when it comes to the protection of your organization and your clients. In fact, the demand for disaster recovery services grew by as much as 23% in 2019. Data centers provide services such as networking, data management, data storage, data backup, and recovery. Because they often…
Proper airflow management is vital to the success of your data center. In fact, more than 65% of IT equipment failures are directly caused by poorly maintained, inadequate, or failed air conditioning in the server room. Your hardware and cables need to be able to breathe in order to function properly without overheating. To help…
Improper cabling can be a major problem not only for your data center but also for your business. The good news is that, with some planning, you can improve your cable management and maximize the efficiency and reliability of your data center. Here are a few maintenance tips you can use to boost your data…
Edge data centers are small facilities positioned in growing markets or on the outskirts of existing networks. Edge data centers allow companies to access cloud computing resources to deliver content and services to local users. Operated by colocation providers, edge data centers are built for versatility and speed. The power density of a data center…
As a data center manager, storing your data and other electronic products is your ultimate task. Your primary role is to make sure that data hardware is professionally stored to avoid incidents or accidents that could have negative impacts on that data. However, there are specialized structures that you can use in your data center…
Storage is a crucial function in information technology (IT). A survey showed that 25% of customers would pick storage if required to choose a single application to keep in the cloud. By shifting storage to the cloud, 82% of companies say they’ve saved on costs. Air conditioning (AC) is also a major consideration for IT….
An estimated 82% of organizations have experienced decreased costs since joining the cloud computing movement. But managing a data center or edge data centers that directly support this technology doesn’t always come cheap. To continue giving such organizations the benefits of data centers’ support, you’ll need to keep edge data center operational costs low. This…
It’s quite easy to overlook all the hard work data centers do to ensure our experience while using the internet is effortless, efficient, and quick. An edge data center, in particular, may be smaller in size but makes a large impact on your network and connectivity as a whole. If you wish to learn more…
It’s no secret that installing a server cabinet can help to keep your data center organized and running efficiently. But it’s important to remember to plan ahead before you install a server cabinet at your place of business to get the most out of your new technology. Unfortunately, some businesses make the mistake of installing…
