TOP 10
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Visibility is everything
Like we mentioned before , the key to establishing the kinds of security protocols that effectively minimise risks to your data centre is visibility . If you can ’ t see something , you have no idea of whether it can hurt you . Investing in security platforms that give end-to-end visibility throughout a data centre ’ s network can make the difference between a neutralised cyber attack and a high-profile breach . At the same time , constant surveillance of your physical facility , in order to ensure that all systems are functioning as intended , and that the building is secure , is equally important .
Good Habits : Watch out for unsecured devices like laptops and IoT sensors connecting to your network . Bad Habits : Allow blind-spots to continue existing throughout your security system .
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Location , location , location
The storms that ravaged Texas earlier this year threw up several glaring issues with data centres located in the state . A mixture of unavailable power and susceptibility to severe weather had the potential to severely damage operators ’ facilities throughout the state . As climate change results in increasingly severe weather , choosing the right location for your data centre – in a stable environment with access to a strong electrical grid and , preferably , renewable power – is a vital step in preventing a disastrous service disruption down the road .
Good Habits : Examine past meteorological data , as well as the service history of the local grid . Bad Habits : Build your data centre next to a chemical plant , airport or in a flood plain .
152 June 2021