To operate a data center efficiently you need the right data to inform smart decision making. However, the majority of operators face a real issue around accessing clean, useful data across a large data center footprint. Operational benchmarking data is critical to capital planning, asset management, predictive maintenance and future investments. So how can data center managers collect data that is reliable enough to help inform strategic decisions around their infrastructure?

In this debate experts will explore the tools and intelligence available to enhance knowledge around assets, enable smart decisions on future infrastructure, and ultimately reduce risk in operations.

Held under Chatham House Rule, DCD>Debates are open discussions led by a panel of experts, on the biggest issues to face the industry.