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Top 3 Pain Points of Data Center Operations

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In today’s digital age, data centers have become critical infrastructure. They enable our increasingly online lives and economies. They store massive amounts of data and power cloud services and applications. They also help support technologies like artificial intelligence, healthcare diagnostics, and smart cities. However, operating facilities of this scale is an immensely complex task. Data center operation requires maintaining delicate balances among reliability, security, financial sustainability, and more. Any disruptions could negatively impact services relied on by millions globally. Solving common pain points faced during data center operations is crucial.

The Major Pain Points in Data Center Operations

Data center operations involve many complex components working in unison. Any issues can negatively impact service quality and operational efficiency. A reliable data center power supply is crucial. Without it, proper data center operation is not possible. System security is also essential to protect sensitive data. Alongside these issues, high operational costs associated with utilities, maintenance, and staffing place constant financial pressures.

  1.Reliability of Power Supply

Guaranteeing uninterrupted power to thousands of power-hungry servers across large facilities is no simple task. Even momentary disruptions can lead to service outages or data loss. Such data center operation impacts cost time and money to remedy. Ensuring stable and redundant power infrastructures that can withstand any single point of failure or issue is key. Strategies that focus on this should be a top priority. However, maintaining such highly reliable systems comes with real challenges.

  2.System Security

Data centers store very sensitive customer, patient, financial, and other records. Protecting these valuable digital assets must be the highest of priorities. However, data center operation and privacy threats are constantly evolving. Keeping robust perimeter defenses, access controls, encryption protocols, and other safeguards up to date is key. Protecting against new hacking tactics or vulnerabilities requires diligent monitoring and frequent upgrades that increase workload.

  3.High Operational Costs

The electricity needed to run massive server loads and cooling systems in facilities results in astronomical utility bills. Added data center operation expenses also drive costs extraordinarily high. These are costs associated with security personnel and technologies, maintenance contracts, real estate, and more. Internet data center operators face constant pressure to optimize processes and integrate efficiency-boosting solutions. The goal is to alleviate these significant financial burdens long-term.

CHINT’s Comprehensive Solutions

CHINT provides one-stop energy solutions worldwide across green energy, intelligent electrical systems, and smart low-carbon applications. We recognize data center operation pain points around reliability, security, and costs. CHINT’s comprehensive solutions address these through high-quality products and digital services.

  1.High-Reliability Power Systems

To attain the steadfast power infrastructure that data centers require, CHINT provides reliable solutions. These include fully redundant and modular UPS systems, diesel generator sets, automatic transfer switches, and other vital equipment. Their flexible and scalable solutions can ensure stable and resilient electricity supplies at all times. CHINT’s industry-leading equipment is renowned for high quality and optimized performance to satisfy the stringent reliability demands of mission-critical data center applications.

  2.Intelligent Monitoring and Management Systems

CHINT understands that proactively identifying inefficiencies is key to enhancing productivity. CHINT offers cloud-based IoT platforms that remotely collect operational data from across facilities. Artificial intelligence capabilities then enable round-the-clock supervision and optimized data center operation administration from any location. Any anomalies or potential points of optimization can be quickly identified. This not only improves efficiency but allows addressing issues remotely as soon as they arise before operational impacts can occur.

  3.Cost Optimization Strategies

Financial sustainability remains a priority, so CHINT works closely with each customer to develop customized roadmaps. These may involve integrating renewable energy and storage and optimizing building management systems to trim workplace costs. We also execute energy audits to discover savings, and more. A long-term partnership approach helps reduce total data center operation expenditure through strategic planning. Such planning and initiatives boost energy efficiency from multiple angles.

Successful CHINT Case Study

CHINT’s partnership with Google to supply electrical components for its data center in the Philippines is a prime example of CHINT’s ability to meet the demands of high-risk environments. When Google launched two new data centers in the Philippines, they needed reliable power solutions to ensure uninterrupted operations. Google specified CHINT’s NB1-63H 1P B40 10kA circuit breakers for the project, highlighting CHINT's reputation for dependable products.

In this project, we coordinated with distributor FELCO and contractor ARTESYN to deliver 9,850 units from September 2019 to March 2023, with a total transaction value of $14,381. This successful collaboration reinforced the role of high-performance, cost-effective solutions in data center efficiency.

Case Highlights

  1. Reliable Power Solutions: CHINT’s NB1-63H circuit breakers were chosen for their proven reliability, ensuring stable power supply and protecting critical infrastructure from disruptions.
  2. Efficient Supply Chain: Seamless coordination with partners allowed CHINT to deliver the required components on schedule, demonstrating supply chain efficiency and responsiveness to client needs.
  3. Cost-Effective Quality: The project showcased CHINT's ability to offer high-quality products at competitive prices, a critical factor for large-scale, budget-sensitive operations like data centers.

Conclusion

Reliable power, strong security, and cost efficiencies are top priorities for optimal data center operation. CHINT’s end-to-end energy and digital solutions effectively overcome the three major pain points. Our high-performance power equipment and intelligent monitoring systems ensure reliability. Strategic approaches to management and costs help optimize operations. CHINT is hence an excellent partner for data centers seeking comprehensive support. Visit CHINT’s website for full details on our capabilities and consultancy services.

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