Blog

09 Aug 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Cooling, Data Center News, Data Centers, Design, Energy Efficient Data Centers, Facilities Design

Join GRC, Dell, Intel, Vertiv and Mission Critical magazine for a look at this important technology

This August will hold the first annual Data Center Liquid Cooling Awareness month, designated by Green Revolution Cooling (GRC). With the summertime heat causing Data Center managers to increase efforts to keep their operations cool, GRC wanted to dedicate a whole month to these efforts. GRC, along with Dell, Intel, Vertiv and Mission Critical magazine, will help educate the Data Center community by providing educational...

Read More
29 Jul 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Center News, Data Center Upgrade, Data Centers, Design, Energy Efficient Data Centers

Rapid Tech Sector Growth in Phoenix is Favorable for the Data Center Industry

In the past 10 years, Phoenix, AZ has seen a 30% increase in jobs in the technology industry. This is almost 10% greater than the national average. Why are software companies seeing such rapid growth, especially now? There are actually a few reasons that Phoenix is becoming a national hub for tech, including the COVID-19 impact and career-centered computer science education. The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted...

Read More
16 Jul 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Centers, Design, Facilities Design, Modular Data Center

The Advantage of Geo Diversity in Data Center Location

The number of users consuming huge amounts of data online every day is almost inconceivable to imagine. And this demand for data is only growing. We have Data Centers to thank for allowing the incredible amount of interactions that are made online daily. Data Centers provide faster internet speeds and facilitate human connections across the globe. However, when a Data Center is not in an...

Read More
10 Jul 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Center Services, Data Center Upgrade, Data Centers, Design, News, Press Releases

Data Specialties Inc. Celebrates Thirty Years of Designing and Building Data Centers

Last week, we announced our thirtieth year of business as a leader in Data Center design/build services and preventative maintenance. Thank you to our employees, partners and customers for helping us achieve this milestone. Data Specialties was founded in 1991 by Ric Maxson and Phil Rafferty. “The Data Center industry has changed significantly over the past thirty years, and we have been here for every step...

Read More
18 Jun 2021
Posted byDSI
Category5G, Blog, Data Center News, Data Centers, Edge Data Center

What 5G and IoT Mean for the Future of the Data Center Industry

Last week, 7x24 Exchange - Southern California held its Summer 2021 virtual meeting. Attendees were treated to a fantastic presentation from Ricky Singh, Sr. Director Product Management at T-Mobile for Business, that covered 5G and IoT and the implications for the Data Center.  When smartphones first came out, the wireless mobile telecommunications technology they used was called 3G. This third generation only facilitated basic messaging and...

Read More
18 May 2021
Posted byDSI
Category5G, Blog, Data Center News, Data Center Upgrade, Data Centers, Edge Data Center, Energy Efficient Data Centers

10 Important 2021 Data Center Trends and Technologies

The global COVID-19 pandemic led to huge changes in the Data Center industry. According to Dell Technologies CEO Michael Dell, technology “prevented a complete societal economic meltdown” by allowing the world to work, learn and play from home during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. CRN discusses some of the top Data Center trends for 2021.   Among the most important Data Center trends in 2021 is in...

Read More
27 Apr 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBackup Power, Blog, Data Center Preventative Maintenance, Data Center Services, Power Quality, Uncategorized

Reasons Behind Data Center Outages are Changing

According to a recent report from the Uptime Institute, power issues are less likely to cause a major IT service outage, while IT configuration and network problems are becoming more common. The organization’s third Annual Outage Analysis points out that while numerous improvements have been made with technology and availability, outages remain a major concern throughout the Data Center ecosystem. Additionally, the report highlights that the cost...

Read More
12 Apr 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Center Upgrade, Data Centers, Design, Uncategorized

DSI Celebrates 30 Years

We at Data Specialties Inc. are proud to celebrate 30 years of designing, building and renovating Data Centers, all while enabling Data Center owners and operators to manage their facilities safely, effectively and efficiently. Our projects have allowed our clients to expand their revenue-generating operations, replace mechanical and cooling infrastructures and prepare for future growth, all while ensuring their Data Centers remained operational during construction work....

Read More
26 Mar 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Center News, Data Centers, Edge Data Center, Energy Efficient Data Centers, News, Uncategorized

EYP Mission Critical Discusses Data Center Trends for 2021

After a difficult year dealing with the pandemic, Data Center owners and operators are on steadier ground and looking ahead to 2021. Steve Shapiro[1], Partner at EYP Mission Critical Facilities, looks at upcoming trends to consider how they will impact your Data Center. Data Centers must manage an ever-changing mix of technologies and customer needs. Storage, compute and networking power grows more efficient and concentrated, in...

Read More
12 Mar 2021
Posted byDSI
CategoryBlog, Data Center News, Data Centers, News, Uncategorized

CNBC Reports That Data Center Real Estate is Expected to Boom After Pandemic Forces Lives Online

Earlier this week, business channel CNBC ran a piece discussing why Data Centers were the top real estate producers for 2020, and why they’re poised for future growth.  The news piece specifically referred to a report from CBRE. Key Points Include: Data Centers are primed to set growth records this year. Data Center real estate investment trusts were the highest-performing REIT sector last year. Demand...

Read More
Data Center Questions?
Click Here to Contact DSI