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Data Center Growth Report
As global data consumption continues to grow, data centers are essential for managing the exponential rise in digital information. This report explores key industry dynamics, including infrastructure development, energy consumption, regulatory challenges, and the urgent need for specialised talent.
Overcoming energy, regulatory, and talent challenges
Data centers are evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, increased connectivity, and the ever-growing demand for cloud computing and digital services. However, this progress comes with challenges such as surging energy consumption, compliance pressures, and talent shortages.
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- Infrastructure development: Modular construction, energy-efficient designs, and retrofitting existing facilities extend data center capacity while reducing environmental impact.
- Energy consumption & sustainability: As electricity use intensifies, data centers adopt renewable energy solutions, battery energy storage systems, and advanced cooling technologies to meet sustainability goals.
- Regulatory landscape: Stringent environmental and data security regulations push operators to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance.
- Talent acquisition & development: Recruiting and retaining top talent is critical. Organisations must build talent pipelines, upskill teams, and adopt innovative hiring strategies to stay competitive.