Barry also predicts that AI will have a significant impact on data center operations, improving operational efficiency and security. He anticipates that data center racks will need to accommodate more power due to the rise of GenAI and higher density deployments. Furthermore, he suggests that proximity to data will increase in importance, especially for AI training. Despite potential economic challenges, Barry is optimistic about the growth of AI/ML adoption and spend in 2024.
Key takeaways:
- Generative AI (GenAI) is expected to drive higher investments in data centers and will require businesses to upgrade their infrastructure to optimize performance.
- Data center providers will increasingly use AI solutions to improve operational efficiency and sustainability, and to improve the security posture of data center operators and their customers.
- Interest in liquid cooling technologies will rise as data center providers need to leverage advanced cooling technologies to keep pace with next-generation technology.
- Organizations are expected to recalibrate their costly reliance on the public cloud and embrace more cost-efficient hybrid solutions, including private clouds or on-premises solutions.