FEATURE: DATA CENTRES span. When it’ s time for an upgrade, they can often be disassembled and reused, reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.
Reclamation of valuable space
In many instances, the physical space occupied by a data centre could be more effectively utilised to support an organisation’ s core operations. Facilities like universities, hospitals, call centres and factories often face the challenge of data centre expansions encroaching on valuable building space, making it difficult to justify the associated costs. Relocating the data centre to an external location or a less critical area can be a smart financial decision, offering a winwin solution for both the CIO and CFO – maximising operational efficiency and optimising space utilisation.
How modular data centres can be utilised
Prefabricated modular data centre solutions are ideal for accelerating speed to market and supporting AI workloads.
Modular data centres for AI inference
By processing AI workloads at the edge, it reduces latency and speeds up decision-making, making it perfect for businesses that require real-time insights without the need for large-scale infrastructure. Modular solutions can be used for companies starting their journey into AI, supporting chatbots, sales CRMs, e-commerce platforms and AI analytics.
Prefab high-density with quick implementation to meet specific needs
Designed for rapid deployment, this high-density prefab solution supports AI workloads by delivering powerful computing capabilities right where they are needed. It allows businesses to quickly scale their infrastructure in edge environments to handle complex AI tasks with minimal delay and maximum efficiency, leading to lower energy consumption and reduced carbon footprints.
Tailored data centre reference design to suit infrastructure requirements any time
For large businesses with specialised AI applications at the edge, modular solutions provide custom-built infrastructure that can be optimised for specific AI workloads. Whether it’ s tailored power, cooling or compute requirements, this flexible solution provides the infrastructure to handle demanding AI processing in decentralised edge locations. Ready to meet the most rigorous requirements, this solution is designed for AI training models and massive workloads.
What the future holds: AI, edge and modular data centre solutions
While the next chapter of technology advancements has yet to unfold, there is no doubt that modular data centres will be key to taking AI and Edge Computing to new heights.
As the tech landscape continues to rapidly evolve, partnering with industry experts is always a good idea for staying on top of your digital infrastructure game. Schneider Electric’ s data centre experts have developed a modular data centre reference design to help organisations accelerate infrastructure deployment and meet the unique challenges of AIdriven workloads.
Looking forward, one thing remains certain: staying ahead in the ever-changing digital landscape is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. When operators can successfully integrate the power of AI workloads, Edge Computing strategies, and ongoing advancements in modular infrastructure, they will be able to drive unprecedented levels of efficiency, scalability and security. Moreover, achieving this will position organisations to thrive in the dynamic and ever-evolving AI era, fuelling progress and paving the way for the next wave of AI innovation – at the edge and beyond. p
Mark Yeeles, Vice President, Secure Power Division, UK & I, Schneider Electric
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