Data centers were undoubtedly important before the COVID-19 pandemic shook the world. Now, they're arguably even more valuable. People have drastically altered their routines by working from home, getting items delivered instead of going out to shop and enjoying...

The proliferation of connectivity couldn’t be more evident than in today’s climate. It wasn’t a cool technology term or a new acronym that pushed more people than ever before to become digital natives. It was a pandemic. A massive global event that showcased just how...

The arcane world of data center KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and metrics is filled with acronyms, number identifiers, and multiple revisions. Quite frankly, it is not for the faint of heart. Nevertheless, understanding the KPIs and metrics that are available in...

For those of you who may not be familiar with the term “rack gap”, this refers to any opening or space between data center equipment racks. While it may seem like an understatement to say that sealing these gaps is an important aspect of airflow management, it is not...

Room level airflow management is not actually airflow management in the literal sense, but instead cooling optimization, which refers to the process of making adjustments to the cooling system controls. If done well, this process will improve energy efficiency...