The data center landscape is rapidly evolving, and with it comes a variety of challenges that demand the attention of data center professionals. According to Uptime Institute’s Global Data Center Survey 2024, six key concerns stand out as top priorities:
- Cost
- Forecasting future data center capacity requirements
- Improving energy performance for facilities equipment
- Lack of qualified staff
- Accommodating significantly denser IT
- Improving energy performance for IT
From managing rising costs and forecasting future capacity to improving energy efficiency and accommodating denser IT environments, these issues not only impact day-to-day operations but also influence long-term strategic planning. Addressing these challenges is critical for ensuring the efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability of data center operations.
As a leader in second-generation Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) software, we engage with data center professionals daily, listening to their pain points and collaborating on solutions.