Data Centre Magazine April 2024 | Page 151

AI IN DATA CENTRES works to help spot when a piece of equipment is about to fail and is quickly becoming a more integrated part of data centre infrastructure . As the digital transformation landscape continues to evolve , industry leaders anticipate that predictive maintenance will boast an even greater presence in data centre facilities – in part thanks to the fast development of AI technologies .
By leveraging the power of AI , data centre operators can implement predictive maintenance strategies that go beyond traditional approaches ,
The use of AI across the data centre industry is still in its infancy , with predominantly larger enterprises adopting and implementing the technology . However , as digital transformation evolves , AI will start to become more affordable and therefore more accessible .
A 2023 survey conducted by Telehouse found that 61 % of IT decision-makers anticipate a rise in enterprise investment to address future technological challenges between now and 2030 .
Most notably , a key trend that will continue to proliferate through the data centre industry is that AI will be heavily utilised in tandem with data analytics so that businesses can gain greater insights .