Finding the Right Partner In IT Projects

As businesses struggle to keep up with rapid technological advancements and continuously changing compliance regulations, aligning with an IT partner gives you abilities that would be challenging to achieve on your own. With so much at stake, it’s critical to distinguish a tech provider from a true partner. The best IT project partners are preemptive, invest in […]

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DataSpan Expands RFID Expertise with AI-Powered Inventory Optimization

For over 50 years, DataSpan has been a trusted leader in IT products and services, delivering cutting-edge solutions to data centers and enterprises. As RFID technology continues to transform inventory tracking, logistics, and supply chain operations, we are excited to announce our next evolution — integrating AI-powered inventory management into RFID solutions. Why Combine RFID […]

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5 Data Center Lighting Considerations

When most companies build or renovate their data centers, they’re focused on optimizing the space to secure as much data as possible. Lighting might not even cross their mind. However, the light fixtures you choose will significantly impact your data center’s efficiency. Selecting the appropriate lighting will increase security, stabilize the temperature, minimize energy use […]

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What Is a Temperature Sensor Strip?

What Is a Temperature Sensor Strip?

Temperature sensor strips offer data centers a convenient and flexible solution for temperature management and monitoring. These adhesive strips measure the surface temperature of any flat object, providing a quick look into whether the object is operating within safe heat levels. This guide explains everything data center managers and procurement professionals need to know about using […]

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The Pros and Cons of Underground Data Centers

The Pros and Cons of Underground Data Centers

Data is a vital resource that businesses rely on in the increasingly digital world. Collecting and storing data within one network is an invaluable tool, but it’s not without risk. Data centers are the solution for storing sensitive information in a safe and reliable facility. To obtain the ultimate level of protection, some companies are […]

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Preparing Data Centers for Severe Weather

  Data centers are at the mercy of severe weather risk and must have contingency plans to prevent downtime. Even the most thoroughly protected data centers are at risk of failure when severe weather occurs. Events like lightning storms and heat waves threaten to damage data center electrical equipment, while floods can take down your […]

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How Are Tariffs Impacting Data Center Technology?

Since the beginning of his second term, President Trump has threatened harsh tariffs against various nations as part of a new strategy to reshore American industry and increase external revenue. These proposed tariffs have sent shockwaves across virtually all industries, especially those reliant on technology and material imports. That said, the administration has made numerous […]

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How Can Flooring Impact a Data Center’s Efficiency?

Anyone with experience in the data center space knows good design involves more than choosing the right equipment and arranging hot and cold aisles. The flooring you choose to install is a crucial component for a comprehensive design that maximizes efficiency and functionality from all parts of the server room. If you’re looking to install […]

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5 Myths of Data Center Hardware Maintenance

There are many assumptions about how third-party maintenance (TPM) and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) support differ. Explore the common myths about TPMs and learn how data centers can optimize your budget and extend equipment life, all without sacrificing performance. Myth # 1: Microcode Updates Are Vital to Your Hardware Performance While the goal of microcode updates is to enhance stability, many businesses don’t necessarily rush to execute every microcode update. After […]

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