Data Centre Magazine April 2024 | Page 128

CLOUD & 5G
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NOW the largest private brewery in Germany , worked with Lenovo and SAP HANA to find a solution which allowed the company to upgrade its systems without impacting operational efficiency . This system enabled Krombacher to ensure that its mission-critical data centre infrastructure was available 24 hours a day , while adding flexibility within the system to meet changing demand .”
Hybrid data centres and operational efficiency A key benefit of hybrid data centres , Jeffs explains , is that unlike traditional or fully cloud-based models , the hybrid data centre approach offers on-demand access to innovative technologies without the need for upfront infrastructure costs . “ This ensures that companies can leverage advanced solutions when required , enhancing operational efficiency . Other core benefits of hybrid are that hyperconverged infrastructure can virtualise functions , reduce administrative burdens , add flexibility , and remain cost-efficient . This results in operational efficiency gains and a smaller data centre footprint .”
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