“Build with change in mind as it is the only constant”
Andrea Ferro, VP Power and IT Systems EMEA, Vertiv
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Rise in AI-ready data centre capacity annually between 2023 and 2030, according to McKinsey to include circular economy practices like heat reuse, water recycling and end-of-life equipment management,” Andrea says.
The design principle that Andrea emphasises in light of this evolution is adaptability.“ The main principle is designing for adaptability and scalability, not just current requirements. AI is evolving rapidly, and infrastructure needs to accommodate today’ s applications as well as tomorrow’ s breakthroughs,” he says.
According to Andrea, standardisation and early integration remain key factors in deployment success.
“ Using reference architectures where possible, engaging partners early in projects, and planning for modular growth reduces deployment risks and speeds time-to-value,” he says.
“ Build with change in mind as it is the only constant. AI isn’ t a fixed target – it’ s a rapidly evolving field that will continue to surprise us with new requirements and capabilities,” concludes Andrea.“ The decisions we make today about edge infrastructure will enable or constrain the next decade of AI innovation.”
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