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“Smart” Data Center Infrastructure Management. IoT for IT (Post #1)

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Bridging the gap between IoT and Asset Management By Sean Gately   Data centers have come a long way since their birth out of the necessity to house large Electronic Numerical Computers in the tracking of artillery for the United States Army. The need to isolate and care for complex electronic equipment and wiring is as entrenched into the data center’s DNA as the need to monitor and analyze this complex and expensive equipment, so much so that innovation within data centers has been one of the core tenets of data center management since the beginning. This push for innovation has only increased since the Microcomputer explosion in the early […]

モディウス社、IoT導入の複雑性とリスクを軽減するためにインテル社と協業

Modius Joins the Intel Market Ready Solution Program (IMRS) Written by Sean Gately Commercial Infrastructure Monitoring has evolved over the past decade as the Internet of Things (IoT) has become a reality. As much of a buzzword that IoT is, it certainly carries the weight of a technology revolution and is initiating massive changes in the way companies deploy and manage their network-based assets. We talk a lot about “edge” and “smart” networked equipment as part of the overall digital transformation that corporate networks and equipment have undergone in the last few years, but rarely speak about why this evolution is important or how best to implement changes to future-proof […]

DCIM Leader Modius Announces New Leadership for OpenData®

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SAN FRANCISCO, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Modius Inc., a leading provider of Data Center Infrastructure Management solutions (DCIM), is proud to announce two Executive Team changes to help drive the continued growth of our flagship OpenData® product line. Mark Carberry will move to the newly created role of Vice President Solution Delivery. Carberry has been with Modius since 2018 and has an extensive telecom and equipment monitoring background. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Business Administration. Carberry’s role is to ensure customers receive their purchased solutions expediently and meet cost efficiency parameters. “Mark’s substantial contributions as our VP of Sales have given him a unique window into customer […]

Integration, Updates & Device Drivers? Feels like it should be yesterday’s problem.

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Using device drivers in DCIM solutions is outdated as modern hardware’s network connectivity and standardized protocols allow monitoring of any device without drivers, giving end-users more control, better monitoring, and more profitable data centers. Modius® OpenData® has been a protocol-based solution since its inception in 2007. Device Drivers Served a Purpose in the Early Phases of DCIM For several years, the forerunners of full DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) solutions were built by vendors using device drivers to talk to the monitored hardware. This made sense at an early point in time − the hardware had not evolved to the point of robust connectivity and reporting. They often had to […]

The Alarm Chatter Challenge

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Navigating the complexities of managing a data center, with its myriad devices and alarm definitions, presents the challenge of prioritizing efforts amidst a constant stream of alarm data (aka nuisance alarms). While DCIM products offer support for alarm severity, addressing other aspects of alarm management such as value normalization and noise suppression becomes essential. Leveraging calculated data points, particularly when implemented at the edge, proves to be a powerful tool in simplifying alarm challenges by combining multiple device statuses with severity levels. Modius® OpenData® can help you address these challenges by doing value normalization at the point of collection.  Managing a data center translates to a world filled with thousands […]

Calculated Points Add Value to your DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) Solution

Calculated Points Add Value to your DCIM

Efficient data center management confronts hurdles such as missing values from vendor choices and device disparities, while industry standards for network monitoring lack consistency in defining minimum device support values. Traditional alarms tackle first-level issues but fall short in detecting nuanced changes, prompting the need for advanced calculated points treated akin to native device points, thereby enhancing monitoring and problem-detection capabilities in DCIM systems. Some challenges subtract from your ability to manage your data center efficiently – such as missing “simple” values due to vendor choices, and lack of uniformity by nature of the gear type (like having volts and amps but not providing power). Devices may also lack complex […]

Effortlessly Manage Colocation Challenges with OpenData® DCIM

Effortlessly Manage Colocation Challenges with OpenData DCIM

Colocation hosting is a thriving successful business model that is seeing sharp growth worldwide. While this is an excellent business with outstanding growth opportunities, it brings with it several challenges for managing your data center colocation customers. There are significant challenges in resource tracking for billing and ensuring data transparency. While these challenges vary based on customer size, a quality Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution like Modius® OpenData® simplifies resource tracking and bridges gaps in energy usage tracking and data transparency. When it comes to managing resources, billing, and data transparency for colocation customers, the challenges may vary depending on the size of the model. However, your DCIM (Data […]

Embrace the Power of Procedures and Workflow Solutions for Unmatched Efficiency and Success

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Procedures and integrated workflow solutions are critical for optimizing data center operations, enforcing adherence to policies and procedures, reducing errors, and ensuring compliance. Modius® OpenData® offers a fully integrated graphical solution to help you achieve these goals. Why Procedures are Important Standardized and documented procedures are critical in high-availability data center operations. They ensure consistent configuration and deployment of hardware. They also help maintain consistency of the model of your data center within your DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) solution. For example, when a device is decommissioned, an integrated workflow engine will ensure that the DCIM solution is updated to remove power connections, network connections, and other resources. The challenge […]

Colocation Providers: Keep Your Hyperscaler Tenants Happy (and Compliant) with This Secret Weapon

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Hyperscalers demand meticulous reporting and compliance when procuring colocation services. Using a robust DCIM solution that delivers secure, real-time monitoring, historical trend tracking, and raw telemetry data through the right API allows for unmatched Tenant Transparency. Challenges in Tenant Transparency Providing colocation for hyperscalers is an attractive business model, but hyperscalers have complex and rigid requirements that can be challenging and time-consuming to support. These challenges include strict compliance with rules on power distribution and environmental conditions, often specifying the number and length of violations for a given period. Violations of compliance with these requirements can be the basis of contractual agreements that allow them to break their service contract, […]

DCIM and the Data Center Talent Challenge

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In an era where skilled labor shortages plague data center operators, Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools emerge as a pivotal solution. By streamlining operations, reducing dependence on specialized personnel, and automating workflows, DCIM solutions not only mitigate staffing challenges but also enhance overall efficiency and reliability, ultimately ensuring uninterrupted service delivery in our data-driven landscape.