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3 Major Threats to Data Center Operations

Data centers are vital infrastructure for the digital age; however, their operations can be halted by a few threats.   January 16, 2025


By Jeff Wardon, Jr., Assistant Editor


The digital age is made possible by data centers, as they are critical infrastructure to keeping digital services up and running around the clock. If anything were to happen to interrupt their operations, it would mean trouble for many industries.  

This Facilities In Focus video features Kristin Vosmaer, global data center executive at JLL, talking about three threats that data centers face and what facility managers can do to mitigate them. These three threats are: power demands, extreme climates and cyberattacks. Ultimately, to address these threats effectively, it will require a balanced and nuanced approach. 

Key Takeaways from This Video: 

  • Addressing growing power demands for data centers. 0:33 
  • Dealing with extreme climates and weather patterns. 2:25 
  • Defending against cyberattacks. 4:43 

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