A modular and scalable data center design/build approach is taking hold with the goal of just in time delivery of needed data center capacity.  A modular and scalable approach refers to the build-out of a data center space and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) capacity in smaller increments.  The benefits of a modular and scalable design/build approach are many.  They include: Preserve capital, Reduce annual operating expenses, Prevent stranded capacity.

• Preserve capital – just in time delivery of needed space and capacity will delay and preserve capital deployment and increase the net present value of your total capital investment.
• Reduce annual operating expenses – minimizing the amount of equipment installed proportionate to the current demand will reduce the amount of annual maintenance required.  Additionally, it will allow the equipment to run at full load and operate at its peak efficiency, thereby reducing your annual energy consumption.
• Prevent stranded capacity – the balance of power and cooling to the white space (watts/s.f.) is challenging. The trend has been to increase the design density in the white space. Often times this density never materializes and results in stranded power and cooling.  Since the MEP infrastructure in a data center can constitute 75% or more of the total construction cost, stranding power and cooling is undesirable. A scalable MEP plant will allow you to build to the density required within the available white space.

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