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Successful design for data centers must take into consideration many factors. Everything designed and built into the data center should contribute to maximizing systems availability and lowering energy costs. These two goals need to be the focus for all planning and design efforts. For more information about design for data centers, visit http://www.DPAir.com today.
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Design for Data Center: The Top Three Considerations for Systems Availability and Cost Reductions
Design for Data Center Proper and Comprehensive Planning • Plan properly or the project is at great risk of not delivering required results • Planning and design phase needs to evaluate current and anticipated operation • Plan calculating total cost of ownership. Total costs must expand to future operational and maintenance costs
Design for Data Center A Design for Data Center Efficiencies • If planning was done properly, design should be fairly straightforward • Enlist and experienced team of architects, data center consultants, mechanical engineers and electrical engineers to finalize design • Proper design must include right size for current and future operations
Design for Data Center Thorough Project Management • Manage the complete building project from start to finish • Data center team must be available post construction to ensure all equipment and facilities functioning properly • Ensure the required permits are in place
Design for Data Center Thorough Project Management • Must meet several regulatory guidelines at federal, state and local levels • Expert management must ensure design must meet codes, laws and statutes • Compliance requires careful research and management to avoid costly rework after facility is completed
Design for Data Center • Designing a data center is very complex and involves numerous functions • Applying the top three considerations can have the greatest impact on the success of building expansion project • Because the project involves many critical aspects, a full-service consultant along with a verifiable track record is the right solution for the project
About the Author Arnie W. Evdokimo is Chief Executive Officer of DP Air Corporation, a leading provider of data center design, build and maintenance services based in Phoenix. For more information about design for data centers, visit http://www.DPAir.com today.