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Top Traits for Data Analytics Tools

BY DENNY FISHER, Chief strategist, ACS

Better data leads to better decision-making when it comes to business.

That’s why it’s important to have the most accurate data possible when trying to make those decisions.

Using …

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Eliminate waste, improve construction with Lean methods

BY MIKE TOUSLEY, Executive Vice President & General Manager, The Weitz Company

This is the first blog in a series where I sit down with my colleagues and Weitz construction experts to discuss construction fundamentals, …

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A 9-Point Checklist for Your Data Storage Facility

BY DAN KURTZ, Director, Business Development and Data Centers, LightEdge Solutions

Before deciding which co-location facility to choose for your technology equipment, you’ll want to go through a checklist to make sure the multi-tenant data …

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Laying the Foundation for Data

BY DENNY FISHER, Chief strategist, ACS

A study by Price Waterhouse Cooper (PWC) and Iron Mountain in 2015 revealed only 4% of companies were classified as “data elite” or able to effectively manage and leverage …

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It’s all about location, location, location

BY DAN KURTZ, Director, Business Development and Data Centers, LightEdge Solutions

In the real estate market, they say location is important. It’s no different with co-location facilities.

The Midwest, specifically Iowa, is a great location …

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5 tips for storing, securing data

BY DENNY FISHER, Chief strategist, ACS

More and more data is being collected through the use of everyday objects that people and businesses use through the Internet of Things (IoT). This data can be used …

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What Do Customers Need in a Colocation Provider?

BY DAN KURTZ, Director, Business Development and Data Centers, LightEdge Solutions

Colocation is becoming more popular as business owners learn how data centers work and the many benefits that come along with getting data off-site. …

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Layered Security Approach Provides the Best Defense

BY DENNY FISHER, Chief strategist, ACS

When it comes to the security of a company’s network, a layered approach that can capture threats as they funnel through each successive layer is the most effective way …

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The Importance of an Effective Building Management System

BY DAN KURTZ, Director, Business Development and Data Centers, LightEdge Solutions

A Building Management System (BMS) is a crucial component to any data center facility. It allows for centralized management of critical infrastructure equipment, and …

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Public Wi-Fi: Bad Habits, Long-Term Risks

BY DENNY FISHER, Chief strategist, ACS

In a world of increasing interconnectivity, the use of wireless internet and public networks can wreak havoc in other areas of one’s personal life and business environment.

Public wireless …