Modular data center – is it a good solution for your company?

In the era of digitalization, the demand for storing corporate data in digital form is constantly increasing, bringing with it a heightened for its security. Creating a properly secured server room where data can be collected is not always possible within the facilities owned by an organization. The reason may be old construction or simply a lack of space that can be dedicated to such purposes. Modular data centers are an innovative answer to these problems.

Mobile server rooms are gaining increasing popularity due to their unique advantages. They work perfectly as private server rooms, ensuring privacy and a high level of security for the collected data.

What is a modular data center?

What exactly is a modular data center? It is nothing more than a container equipped with the appropriate IT and technical infrastructure, along with the necessary security measures. It allows for the safe and convenient storage of sensitive data. At Perceptus, we created the Mobile Data Center. What is such a server room and how does it work? The Mobile Data Center is our proprietary product that contains the entire IT infrastructure along with proprietary software; it also features a range of solutions ensuring security. Within the Mobile Data Center, you can access features such as: secure virtualization of the console managing hardware and software resources, secure backup with encrypting using cryptographic keys, and secure workstation virtualization. In addition, we offer the possibility of configuring your own infrastructure, individually adjusted to current needs. In the following part of the article, we will look at the advantages and diadvantages of this solution.

Advantages of a modular data center

• Flexible infrastructure – a modular data center is an ideal solution for companies needing a larger server room while lacking the space for expansion within an existing corporate building. An interesting example of this solution’s application is a case study from one of our implementations, where we had to manufacture a module with atypical dimensions so that the server room could fit inside one of the factory halls. There is also the possibility of expanding the server room, as they are based on components using hyperconverged technology.
  
  
• Mobility – if there is a need to relocate the company’s IT infrastructure, the Mobile Data Center can be placed in any location. The server room requires only an appriopriate power source and a network connection.
  
  
•  Ease of expansion – if hyperconverged technology was used to build the modular data center, it can be expanded with additional modules and the IT infrastructure can be scaled as the organization grows.
  
  
• High level of security – another advantage of modular data centers is the high level of security. They are equipped with access control – no one without authorization can enter inside – and intrusion detection is carried out on an ongoing basis. At the customer’s request, we can also install video monitoring.
  
  
• Compliant with restrictions, ready to use – our modular data center meets the required standards and possesses a package of certifications. Due to the range of standards that server rooms in corporate buildings must meet, entrepreneurs often prefer to opt for a modular data center because it fulfills all restrictions equally well and is immediately ready for use. Entrepreneurs prefer to choose modular data centers becase they meet all restrictions and are ready for use right away, thus not requiring complicated and costly renovation work.
  
  
• Full technical equipment – in addition to the server room, the module contains air conditioning and a fire suppression system. The server room is equipped with a detector featuring a laser analytical chamber, allowing for a faster response in case of a potential fire hazard.
  
  
• Ease of operation – the srever room can be launched in a very short time. To operate, it requires only a power source and network access.
  
  
• Energy efficienty and environmental protection – the devices in the Mobile Data Center allow for the reduction of electricity consumption and excessive amounts of heatm, all thanks to an efficient cooling system. The specialized housing of the module features acoustic insulation, keeping noise to a minimum. These features translate into a positive impact on the environment as well as reduced costs.

You can find more information about the Mobile Data Center in this article.

Is modular data center the right solution for your company?

The future of modular data centers seems promising, given the range of advantages thet offer compared to traditional solutions. Every company is different and has its unique needs. Will a modular data center be able to meet the specific requirements of your business, such as scalability, data security, or mobility? There is certainly a great chance of that. This solution could define the future of data management in your company.