In an era where AI and Generative AI are reshaping business efficiency, yet economic uncertainty is still pertinent, Alan Stewart-Brown, VP EMEA, Opengear, offers guidance for organisations striving to balance innovation with financial constraints, explaining why robust network infrastructure investment remains imperative. In 1980, Robert Metcalfe proposed what became Metcalfe’s Law, stating the value of network grows exponentially […]
While the idea of finding alternative power solutions and tackling the challenge of reducing data centre carbon intensity may seem like tasks for the distant future, the imperative for progressive change begins today. Joe Sheehan, Technical Director at i3 Solutions Group, delves into the possibility of using hydrogen production and storage to offset carbon emissions […]
From the pillars of career development to the best approach for apprentices and graduates acquiring diverse experiences, Mark Yeeles, Vice President, Secure Power Division at Schneider Electric, UK and Ireland, outlines how Schneider Electric is empowering people to have greater opportunities and gain invaluable on-the-job experience across a number of different sectors. Can you explain […]
Mark Seymour, Distinguished Engineer at Cadence, explores how data centres can achieve the demands of the new efficiency revolution with Digital Twin technology. The squeeze is on The growth of data is pushing facilities to their limits. According to CBRE, primary market supply has ballooned by 19.2% year-over-year from 2022 to 2023, driven heavily by […]
David Gammie, CTO, iomart, discusses how colocation is being reshaped by emerging technologies and sustainability initiatives, and the trajectory for the sector in the future. The growth of the colocation market is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, it’s estimated the size of the global market grew from US$54.82bn in 2022 to US$61.47bn in 2023. […]
The protection of Brazil’s digital economy is being led by the next generation of data centre security solutions. As the data explosion takes shape, these solutions support the heterogeneous environments that exist today. André Kupfer, LATAM Sales Engineering Leader, Hillstone, says the Cloud Workload Protection Program (CWPP) is a fundamental achievement for Brazil, and will […]
Today’s CIOs face a myriad of responsibilities, ranging from sustainability to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, navigating through complexities that were unforeseeable two decades ago. However, Arthur Hu, SVP and CIO for Lenovo, Chief Technology and Delivery Officer for Lenovo’s Solutions and Services Group, explains how strategic investments in technology can alleviate potential burdens, enabling […]
As organisations explore DCIM (data centre infrastructure management), it’s crucial that their strategies around Green IT and sustainability align. Kevin Brown, Senior Vice President, EcoStruxure Solutions, Secure Power Division, Schneider Electric, highlights how Schneider Electric is investing in products and solutions that will help CIOs meet the challenges of resiliency, security and sustainability. How does […]
Ahead of World Backup Day on 31 March, Melyssa Banda, VP of Seagate Systems & Lyve Services, explains why businesses must implement robust data backup strategies to fortify against cybersecurity defences and avert potential data loss incidents. Data is an invaluable asset for businesses as it drives growth, fuels innovation and improves the customer experience. […]
Sarwar Khan, Global Head of Digital Sustainability at BT, discusses the evolution of the CIO and the influence of Digital Transformation on the role. “As the world becomes increasingly digital and organisations pursuing Generative AI, a shift is taking place within boardrooms. CIOs are now fulfilling more strategic roles to drive Digital Transformation and sustainability. Going […]
