Modular data centres are the future of cloud
infrastructure, an expert has said.
The idea appealed to the engineers who designed the innovative Merlin Tier 3 facility because it combined the core values of flexibility and sustainability, according to Paul Anderson, programme director for infrastructure outsourcing at Capgemini.
"The modules are 100 per cent reusable. The only part within the module that cannot be recycled is the adiabatic cooling panels, at component level," he explained.
"In terms of embedded carbon, we believe it is about ten times less embedded carbon in a module than it is to build a new building. Putting your outsourced data centre here allows you to get onto a sustainable path."
Recently, IT company Wipro announced the development of a series of modular data centres which could be installed inside a week, without any need for downtime when upgrading.
According to CIO.com, IT managers and chief information officers should approach the change to cloud computing services with caution.
It advised that employees should be consulted on any changes before they are implemented.
Posted by James Jennings
