Natural disasters still pose data centre threat

Independent research commissioned by Zenium Technology Partners indicates that 1 in 2 organisations are not operating a data center environment that could withstand, or continue to operate after, a natural disaster. This lack of perceived preparedness is in spite of 45% of respondents stating that their data center is flood resistant, 43% confirming facilities are earthquake resistant and 60% declaring their data center is located in an area away from physical or environmental hazards.

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Micro data centre solutions for edge computing

Schneider Electric has launched its new micro data center solution portfolio. These solutions are ideal for customers who need to reduce latency and quickly add capacity while ensuring a secure and easy to manage environment. Delivered in a single enclosure, the benefits of the new micro data center solutions include power, cooling and management software to support a self contained, secure computing environment.

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CenturyLink powers up Slough data centre to 2.4 megawatts of capacity

CenturyLink, Inc. has expanded its LO5 data centre in Slough to offer 2.4 megawatts of capacity across 38,870 square feet of raised floor space.

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IPL and MDS Technologies announce hosting and application support partnership

Systems integrator IPL and hosting and cloud provider MDS Technologies announce a partnership that will give customers a one-stop shop for secure, high-quality hosting combined with application development and support for their critical systems.

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IO launches in Europe with state-of-the-art UK data centre

IO’s new Slough-based data centre deploys BASELAYER’s innovative ECO modules to leverage free-air cooling.

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Scotland’s largest commercial data centre set for expansion

Construction has started on Pulsant’s South Gyle site in Edinburgh – the largest commercial data centre in Scotland. The expansion will see the addition of two secure data halls to the Tier 3 facility, featuring autonomous mechanical services to ensure complete redundancy and increased efficiency and a boost to capacity with over 150 new racks being installed.

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Australian fism farming company Tassal looked at harnessing IT to make its business of growing salmon more sustainable and cost-effective. It invested in an integrated IT solution powered by Vertiv and Dell EMC for its business in Tasmania.

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