A ccording to Mordor Intelligence , the global modular data centre market is witnessing remarkable growth , fuelled by the rising demand for scalable , efficient and ecofriendly solutions across IT , telecom , healthcare and government sectors .
With the push towards sustainability , the trend for green data centres is gaining momentum , aligning with global sustainability goals . Modular data centre manufacturers are at the heart of this innovation , offering rapid deployment and high energy efficiency to meet the needs of SMEs and large corporations alike .
Chris Wellfair , Projects Director at Secure I . T . Environments , explains more .
“ Building your own data centre gives you the flexibility to design and build a facility that is made to measure , specific to your organisation and entirely within your own control .
“ A well-designed and built modular data centre will add capital value to an organisation as well as peace of mind that the IT infrastructure is on-site and within sight – the build is flexible and you have complete control over the intricacies of how it is put together . Even when space is limited , a data centre can be fitted into ‘ dead space ’ within an office environment . Using modular data centre systems , spaces that would ordinarily be wasted can be turned into highly secure IT environments .
“ Probably the most important thing to note about a modular design is that it should not be seen as a compromise and offers some specific advantages . For one , the design stage is considerably shorter as the chosen system components have all been designed with simplicity in mind to work together , making design and construction cheaper . An experienced design partner will know how to get the best from the modular systems they use , in a way that is costeffective and quick .
“ The ability to build a secure facility with a modular panel system , within an existing space can cut red tape . A ‘ room in a room ’ approach can remove the need for a planning application , and make the construction process far less messy , which can be a big advantage for public buildings such as hospitals , or those where people will need to work in surrounding rooms and floors .
“ Panel designs are one form of modular data centre , but containerised data centres can offer even more convenience . Containerised solutions can form small data centres where they help resolve space , deployment time , build complexity and cost challenges . Additionally , they are very flexible and depending on the internal configuration can perform very well in high-density applications . A containerised modular data centre can also be built entirely offsite before delivery , ensuring a low impact on a site during construction . On delivery , they can be plugged in and are ready to go .
“ Modular data centres can also be used to create new spaces – at Secure I . T . Environments we have undertaken projects that include design requirements such as adding a multi-faith room in a build specification . We have also built roof gardens on our modular data centres , which is a great addition to what is ordinarily perceived as a ‘ tech space ’.
“ Finally , building or upgrading a modular data centre has costs that are fixed and pre-planned , there are few surprises , unlike traditional building methods . The initial outlay is planned and in effect a one-off investment that requires limited funding for a number of years before any upgrades are required , giving many years of reliable service .”
To explore the transformative impact of modular data centres on construction and the path to becoming a changemaker , we turned to industry leaders Harqs Singh , CTO , Infrapartners ; and David Mitchell , Founder and CEO , XYZ Reality .
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