Much has been made about how demand for data center space will continue to outpace supply. So how do data center operators meet the needs of not only today’s clients but those of future clients in the coming years?
Phoenix NAP put a lot of careful thought and planning into all aspects of the project, from its design and build to its commissioning and operation. As a result, it took some different approaches than are typically found in multi-tenant data centers, all the while keeping focus on client wants, needs, and experiences.
Data centers need to be located in areas with available and accessible power and a solid network infrastructure complete with fiber from multiple carriers. It is also tremendously beneficial when these data centers are in locations well suited for disaster recovery or business continuity services. Phoenix is one such area, since it is not prone to natural disasters or catastrophes. In fact, in its most recent ranking SustainLane recognized Phoenix as one of the U.S. cities safest from natural disasters (http://www.sustainlane.com/us-city-rankings/categories/natural-disaster-risk).
However, a safe area means nothing without the power, cooling, and network connectivity required for a mission critical data center.