As we approach the end of January, all signs indicate strong Data Center growth for 2020 and beyond. With numerous reports from analyst firms and recent announcements from global Data Center operators, the evidence validates what DSI has been predicting over the last year: strong activity in both traditional Data Center build-outs, as well as Edge and Modular deployments, with no sign of a slowdown. Late...
Read MoreEarlier this week, RF Code released Edge Data Center Research that they commissioned. The research, conducted by a third party, set out to explore the adoption of Edge and how it will help drive business operations and customer experience. RF Code highlights two sectors that are accelerating the adoption of Edge: Financial Services and Healthcare. Additionally, Data Specialties finds these same issues and concerns with...
Read MoreEarlier this week, DSI released its Power Checkup Service, enabling Data Center owner/operators to get a comprehensive assessment of their electrical system and backup capabilities. The new service was prompted by PG&E’s decision to selectively turn off power to help reduce the start and spread of wildfires from power lines. This new service will provide owners and operators a full picture of their Data Center...
Read MoreWe would like to wish all of our customers and partners Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year! Throughout 2019, DSI has been working to provide valuable information to our mission critical ecosystem by analyzing new trends and keeping abreast of new technologies with the goal of guiding our clients on new trends and providing tips to maintain and strengthen the operational integrity of their mission...
Read MoreLast week, AFCOM’s Southern California Chapter hosted its 8th Annual Holiday Social & Quarterly Educational Series at Crevier Classic Cars in Costa Mesa. In addition to looking at a vast vintage and exotic automobile collection, attendees were treated to the Swing Kittens who performed everyone’s favorite holiday music. The most important part of the evening was the educational panel consisting of a number of Data Center...
Read MoreWe wanted to take a moment to let you know how thankful we are for all of our clients and partners. Wishing you a happy and heartfelt Thanksgiving filled with good food and great memories. And hopefully a little football! Should you run into any situations or challenges over the Holiday weekend, please give us a call. Our 24/7 response team will be happy to help. Data...
Read MoreEarlier this week, the 7x24 Exchange - Southern California Chapter hosted a packed meeting at the Hilton Garden Inn in Irvine, nearby Cyxtera’s LAX3 Data Center. Attendees were treated to a presentation by Herb Villa of Rittal (always entertaining!) about “What’s Next? Planning for Tomorrow’s IT Installation.” Tod Sword of SCE followed with a presentation on SCE’s efforts to keep Data Center business in Southern California. ...
Read MoreEarlier this month, DSI’s Business Administrator, Jon McSweeny, published a thought leadership piece for Facility Executive discussing the importance of proper Data Center cable management. In the piece, Jon discusses how cables are the foundation of every Data Center and how important it is for a Data Center’s operational integrity. Additionally, proper cable management helps avoid needless headaches that chew up valuable time and resources for...
Read MoreWith 2019 coming to an end, it’s a good time to tackle some of the low hanging fruit to ensure your Data Center is ready to start the New Year stronger and more efficient. The end of year often brings a reflection on the past twelve months and planning for future improvements. While it’s also a difficult time to fit in additional projects, there are...
Read MoreOver the last few weeks, California has been ravaged by wildfires, and PG&E has stuck to its promise to selectively shut off power to help reduce the start and spread of wildfires. For the mission critical industry, this revelation is troubling. In fact, just last week it was reported that the NERSC's Cori supercomputer shut down due to PG&E's power cut. "The National Energy Research Scientific...
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Dave McCoy is Vice President of Sales for DSI, focused on developing high quality data center solutions for DSI’s clients and partners. Prior to joining DSI, Dave spent 35 years with IBM and 2.5 years with Kyndryl in the Site and Facilities organization providing data center solutions for many Fortune 500 clients. Dave specializes in solution development and contract negotiations related to Design, Build, Renovation, and Prefabricated Modular data center solutions.
Freeman Dennison is Branch Manager, Arizona for DSI. Mr. Dennison is responsible for ensuring the success of customer projects. His responsibilities include ensuring customer satisfaction, maintaining project budgets, and completing jobs on schedule. Freeman has 35 years of experience and his electrical expertise has been essential to DSI’s UPS replacement service offering. It takes great skills to successfully migrate our clients critical load to their new UPS systems.
Juan Vega is a Service Manager for DSI, overseeing all of DSI’s Preventative Maintenance services. Juan coordinates with vendors and manufacturers in the data center industry to ensure that data centers and other critical facilities are receiving the maintenance they require.
Joey Apostle is an Account Manager for DSI and has overseen some of DSI’s largest and most complex design and installation projects. Joey’s expertise in data center electrical systems enables him to successfully navigate the challenges of working in live data centers. Understanding the critical nature of our clients’ data centers allows Joey to avoid risks that can impact operation during construction.
His communication skills and attention to detail make Joey one of DSI’s most valuable project team members.
Joseph Kokrak is a Project Manager for DSI. He began his career as a Lead Electrician at DSI. He is now a key Project Manager who oversees new and expansion data center initiatives from design through close-out documentation.
Marty Fisher is Sales/Project Manager with over 15 years IT experience. Responsible for growing business, managing partner/vendor relationships and overseeing new and existing projects.