News in the Channel – February 2023

COVER STORY

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By utilising

the SAFER methodology, data centres

can ensure that their white space infrastructure is designed and built to be energy efficient, easily accessible, flexible, expandable and reliable.

and decision making as to how they make their infrastructure choices going forward. Sustainability: The design, build and operation of data centres with an emphasis on energy efficiency, minimising waste and generally reducing environmental impact. This can be achieved using energy-efficient equipment and implementing recycling and waste reduction programs. Getting the data centre physical layer right assists sustainability by supporting multiple speed migrations even if active equipment is changed or updated. Accessibility: Ease of access to the data centre’s infrastructure, including the ability to easily service and maintain equipment. This can be achieved by using modular connectivity and labelling equipment, as well as using innovative patch cord latching and uniboot assemblies. Flexibility: The ability to easily add, remove and reconfigure equipment without disrupting existing connections. This can be achieved using high-density network areas and on-rack and off-rack housing options. Expandability: The ability to easily expand the data centre’s infrastructure as needed, which can be achieved with high-fibre count cable technology and modular connectivity platforms in high-density network areas. Reliability: The ability of the data centre’s infrastructure to withstand potential disruptions and maintain continuity of

operations. This can be achieved by using redundant systems and implementing disaster recovery plans. By utilising the SAFER methodology, data centres can ensure that their white space infrastructure is designed and built to be energy efficient, easily accessible, flexible, expandable and reliable. Summary The future of data centre infrastructure is closely tied to the growth of technologies such as AI, cloud computing and workload virtualisation. Organisations must be able to adapt to these changing requirements in a timely manner to ensure the continued availability of their networks. The SAFER methodology provides a comprehensive approach for organisations to plan, operate, deploy and maintain their white space cabling infrastructure to meet these future demands. It enables organisations to deploy flexible and scalable architectures, avoid costly disruptions and to do so with sustainability in mind. To stay ahead of the curve and meet the ever-evolving needs of data centre infrastructure, it’s crucial that organisations partner with innovative cabling solution providers that continuously develop advanced, scalable solutions using sustainable practices. Choosing a partner that innovates will ensure you deliver a SAFER network.

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