Data Centre Essentials: Design, Construction, and Operation of Data Centres for the Non-expert

Understand the design, construction and operation of data centres with this easy-to-use reference.

Data  centres are spaces where computer systems, physical network technology  and associated components are housed, operated and monitored, and any  industry or business that employs computer systems or networked systems  at any scale will interact with data centres. Data centres are complex  and expensive to build and operate, and successful project delivery  requires a wide range of specialised knowledge and skills. This  accessible reference lays out the requirements for creating these  essential facilities.

Data Centre Essentials is a comprehensive  survey of the essential principles of data centre design, construction  and operation. It is designed to provide those involved in a data centre  project or providing professional service deliverables to the data  centre industry but do not have a technical background or deep sector  experience with the understanding required to participate in such  projects. The non-technical language and thorough engagement with key  considerations make it ideal for anyone looking to understand one of the  pillars of a digital society.

Data Centre Essentials readers will also find:

An authorial team with decades of combined experience in engineering and construction consultancy
Detailed information about every stage in the process, including securing investment and the building process
Working lexicon of key data centre terminology

Data  Centre Essentials is a must-own for contractors, engineers and  construction project managers involved in data centre projects and will  be invaluable for professionals such as lawyers, financial and insurance  advisors, surveyors, engineers and architects who do not necessarily  have deep domain experience but find themselves involved in or are  interested in engaging in, data centre projects.