How Data Center Automation Improves Operational Efficiency
The data center industry has seen significant growth in the last few years. Data volumes have increased dramatically, asking for better storage and processing. Data centers and AI have started to merge, requiring significant transformations worldwide. For many operators, implementing data center automation was a key solution to improve operational efficiency and maintain the quality […]
SOC 2 Type 1 vs. SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance: Which Type Does Your Business Need?
Organizations today are increasingly relying on multiple different service providers for their many different needs. We have IaaS providers and SaaS providers to cover everything from email and payment processing to web hosting and a multitude of other needs. But how can you tell if a specific service provider is going to handle your organization’s […]
What is Data Loss Prevention, and What’s the Best Approach You Can Take
Data loss prevention (or DLP) is a crucial set of measures for safeguarding an organization’s data from theft or loss. It uses cybersecurity strategies, techniques, and technologies to protect information and is a fundamental element in today’s cybersecurity strategies. With threats becoming more dangerous and agile each day, organizations need reliable and robust data loss […]
Elevating Physical Data Center Security with Cabinet-Level Controls
In terms of preventing physical access to equipment, the cabinet is the last potential point of vulnerability in the data center. Because of this, physical data center security measures on the cabinet-level can be crucial. This can’t be stressed enough in the case of edge data centers, multi-tenant sites, or any kind of remote environment […]
Keeping Your Data Safe With Colocation
We’re living in a technologically defined world where almost every aspect of our lives is linked in some way or another to data availability. Keeping data safe and accessible to ensure the flow of business operations has never been so important. IT environments are becoming increasingly complex, and protecting sensitive data from cyber threats takes […]
Data Center Tour: Key Questions To Ask
A data center tour can be fascinating for anyone not used to the environment. All the server cabinets, the sounds of data processing, the lights and cables, and the sales representative’s pitch can be very captivating, however, all the new information can also be overwhelming to process all at once. One can easily get lost […]
Navigating the World of Data Center Compliance: A Beginner’s Guide for Businesses
Some might think compliance is just another item to tick off on a list; however, in reality, it’s about much more than that. Data center compliance standards are at the foundation of efficient data management, ensuring the three pillars of information security: confidentiality, integrity, and data availability. The importance of compliance standards goes beyond adhering […]
The Importance of Data Center Cable Labeling
Well-structured data center cable labeling and rack management are crucial yet often underestimated. A tangled mess of cables and cords not only increases the risk of network downtime but also impedes troubleshooting, prevents uninterpreted airflow in the rack, and complicates system updates. But there’s a way around it — ensuring the cables inside your facility’s […]
Data Center Interconnection & Network Connectivity Checklist
Data center interconnection capacity is one of the key considerations customers make when looking for a data center. Businesses want to ensure they’re migrating their IT infrastructures to a data center whose interconnection capabilities can help them achieve their current and future goals. Colocation data centers play a key role here, offering many advantages. Colocation […]
Data Center vs. Server Room: Key Differences, Benefits, and Risks
For many businesses at the beginning of their journey, choosing between data center and server room options and determining which one would better suit their needs is like a Catch-22 scenario. However, knowing the pros and cons of each can make it easier to pick the one that’s most suitable for their needs. Initially, before […]