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In Conversation with Industry Leaders A fascinating video interview occurred between David Liggitt, Founder & CEO of datacenterHawk, and Chris Downie, CEO of Flexential. The discussion spanned topics across the data center industry, focusing on Flexential's unique approach to customer service. Unraveling the Expertise of Flexential Downie gave insights into his journey from the financial w...

Reflection In this HawkTalk, Annemarie van Zadelhoff, Regional Director of EMEA at datacenterHawk, chats with Simon Justnes, CCO of Green Mountain, exploring why Norway is becoming a prime location for hyperscale data centers. The discussion uncovers insights into Green Mountain's operation, Norway's renewable energy resources, its favorable climate, and the cost advantages of operating wi...

In our latest HawkTalk, David Liggitt, Founder & CEO of datacenterHawk, engages in an intriguing conversation with Wes Cummins, CEO of Applied Digital, a company making impressive strides in the data center industry. Their dialogue touched upon the company's journey, its intelligent site selection process for power efficiency, and its continued focus on meeting the burgeoning market demand...

Damon Lim, datacenterHawk's Asia Pacific Regional Director, is eager to introduce GreenSquareDC into the conversation on progressive data center operations with this HawkTalk with their CEO, Walt Coulston. GreenSquare DC, a fresh face in the data center market, prioritizes sustainable and high-density data centers. Their 96 MW campus, nestled in Perth, Australia, champions a new approach to po...

Join us as we take a deep dive into the importance of network connectivity within the data center landscape in our HawkTalk between datacenterHawk Founder & CEO, David Liggitt, and Consuo CEO, Geoff Brewer. This riveting exploration delves into Consuo's groundbreaking work in offering unique connectivity solutions and how data center operators can optimize their network offerings. Get up t...

There is a profound transformation happening in the data center industry, with the push for larger capacities and a shift toward vertical growth. Tom Traugott, SVP of Strategy at EdgeCore, provided insightful details about these industry trends in a recent video interview. Traugott is a veteran of the data center industry, lending his expertise to the field since 2003. With a solid background in c...

Introduction to an Industry Leader's Perspective In an insightful conversation, David Liggitt, CEO of datacenterHawk, sat down with Sean Maskell, President and General Manager of Cologix Canada, to discuss the dynamic evolution and promising future of the data center industry. Maskell shared his unique career transition from policing to telecommunications, highlighting his firsthand observatio...

The Architect of Digital Infrastructures: A Look Inside GDC Philippines' Operational Excellence In the electrifying realm of data center operations, strategic vision converges with technological prowess at STT Global Data Centers Philippines. GDC Philippines, under the aegis of Carlo Malana, exemplifies the epitome of innovative excellence in constructing and managing state-of-the-art digital...

In the dynamic landscape of digital infrastructure, one approach is standing apart for its flexibility, scalability, and efficiency, marking a pivotal shift in the industry - MODULAR Data Centers. The MODULAR Approach MODULAR Data Centers, a player in the Latin American market and based in Brazil, is causing ripples in the industry. The company, initially an engineering firm, has evolved into a ga...

Anticipating the Evolving Landscape of Data Centers in 2024 The data center industry is poised for a transformation in 2024, marked by significant growth, regional expansions, and emerging technological trends. A panel discussion led by the datacenterHawk Global Regional Director team gathered from across Latin America, Asia Pacific, EMEA, and North America, providing insights into the trends shap...

Pioneering Path: From Google to Crane Data Centers In an illuminating podcast conversation, Matt Pfile, the visionary behind Crane Data Centers, shared his transformative journey from a significant tenure at Google to founding Crane. Matt's pivotal role at Google, focusing on network and data center acquisitions for over a decade, offered invaluable insights into the industry's scale and l...

The data center industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with new technologies and market demands leading the charge. In this episode, Mike and David discuss these changes—focusing on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the data center space. The Impact of AI on the Data Center Space AI is having a profound impact on the data center industry. Major tech companies like Microso...

In a recent insightful conversation, Afonso Salema, the CEO of Start Campus discussed the future of data centers and how they are set to evolve over the next five to ten years. The main takeaway from this conversation was the role of connectivity, as it is predicted to significantly influence the evolution of data centers. With the expected explosion of connectivity across the globe and the emerge...

Explore the burgeoning digital landscape in LATAM, the untapped opportunities awaiting discovery, and hear why Mexico might just outpace Brazil in the digital race. In this insightful discussion, Santiago Suinaga, a key figure in the LATAM digital sphere, sheds light on the fascinating dynamics of the rapidly evolving digital landscape in Latin America, with a particular focus on Mexico and Brazil...

The global data center industry is witnessing an unprecedented surge, with Querétaro, Mexico emerging as a key player in this expansion. In a recent interactive session, Steve Sasse, the Regional Director for Data Center Hawk Latin America, and Ed Pastor, the President of Data Center Consultants of Mexico (DCM), delve into the rapid advancement and future potential of the data center market in Que...

The landscape of data centers is rapidly evolving, and the power market plays a crucial role in this transformation. In our latest video, we get the opportunity to delve deeper into this topic with Dan Crosby, the Founder & CEO of Legend Energy Advisors. Crosby, an industry expert, provides an in-depth perspective on the interdependence of data centers and power infrastructure, shedding light...

In a recent interaction, we were privileged to have an insightful conversation with Craig Huffman, the co-founder and CEO of Metro Edge. Huffman, a seasoned professional in the digital infrastructure and data center industry, shared his views on the sector's current landscape, future opportunities, and prevailing challenges. This dialogue aimed at IT professionals and investors, was not just i...

Explore a groundbreaking quantum solution for data center infrastructure. We recently spoke with Tony Grayson, a tech industry innovator, about his groundbreaking quantum solution for data center infrastructure. Tony's journey began with a unique background and a desire for more family time after a successful career in the U.S. Navy. In this blog post, we'll explore the insights shared by...

The Latin America data center market is a vibrant and evolving space with its own unique opportunities and challenges. In this video, we explore insights shared by Steve Sasse, Datacenter Hawk's regional director for Latin America, on the region's data center landscape. With extensive experience in the telecom industry and deep knowledge of the Latin American market, Steve offers valuable...

With the rise in demand, data center pricing has become a topic of focus for many organizations Factors Affecting Data Center Pricing The pricing of data centers is determined by several factors, including location, scalability, security, reliability, and latency. Location plays a significant role in pricing, with some areas commanding a premium due to their proximity to high-demand markets or acc...

The Dallas market has become a major hub for data centers in recent years. This is due to its strong telecom infrastructure, reliable power supply and plenty of space that makes it an ideal place to build large-scale data center facilities. The city of Dallas has embraced this development, with a number of new purpose-built data centers popping up in the area. These data centers are home to a rang...

The APAC data center region is on a path of growth. The data center industry is a complex and constantly evolving field that requires specialized knowledge and skills, especially in the APAC region. As the data center demand continues to grow, so too has the need for investment in site acquisition, site preparation, hardware, and software. This increased capital cost is particularly evident in sec...

In this podcast, we explore some of the key predictions for the data center industry in 2023, including difficulty in delivery, pull back from larger users, lease price increases, international expansion, and secondary market growth. By understanding these trends, data center operators and businesses can better prepare for the future and take advantage of new opportunities. 0:00 - Intro  0:55...

We recently sat down with Andy Stewart from Evoque Data Centers to discuss the challenges and progress of technology companies when it comes to infrastructure planning. We discussed how many tech companies nowadays require large amounts of power and why they need a partner who not only provides solutions for large-scale projects but also offers long-term planning and budgeting solutions. This is w...

As data centers have continued to shift and grow, the data center industry has had to adapt. Along with this growth, new opportunities and challenges have arisen for businesses in the space. In order to stay ahead of the curve, it's important for companies to be aware of these changes and how they can impact their business. In this video discussion with Randy Rowland, COO of Cyxtera, we discussed...