Made It Myself
Standardized protocols are a lifesaver. Without them, hundreds of vendors would tackle device communication in hundreds of different ways, convinced their way is “the best way.” Fortunately, Modbus, SNMP, BACnet, and other protocols have become industry standards, and broad support has forced vendors to achieve some level of compliance. This is a massive win for […]
Why You Need Data Center Infrastructure Management
Over the last few years, the data center infrastructure management (DCIM) phenomenon has soared. With many companies recognizing the low costs, reduced time, and high reliability of integrated systems, DCIM has become a key tool for keeping facilities running smoothly. How does DCIM operate and what are its broader effects on facility operations? If you […]
It’s My Legacy
Are you looking for even more resilience in DCIM? Take a look at our OpenData DCIM solution.
Living on the Edge
The Edge. The border, boundary, or transition point of your data. Data precariously hanging just outside your DCIM monitoring solution with a slew of diverse inputs.
Read Between The (Power) Lines
Our OpenData DCIM solution approaches this by actively modeling your power chain to give you visibility where other systems may provide you with none.
Ahoy there! Partnering for DCIM Customer Success
In the Spotlight: Strengthening Product Development of DCIM Through Customer Collaboration Did you know that one of the many definitions of the word “Partner” is one of the heavy timbers that strengthen a ship’s deck to support a mast? While it’s not the first thing we think of when we hear the word, the themes […]
Data Center Alerts-Effective Prioritization of DCIM Alarms Through Better Software Processes
Red Alert! Red Alert! Breakers tripped. Overloaded backup gear. More breaker’s tripped. More failover states. Servers offline. Followed by meetings with “Cascade Event” as the phrase of the day. Much of your equipment has alarm capabilities. Handy sometimes and other times not so much. A slew of devices all vying for your attention – and […]
Rapid Data Collection at Scale
DCIM Software makes your job easier. And it does this by turning large sets of device data into easy-to-digest overviews of your data center’s health and status. This data set is typically large, sometimes extremely large, and must be collected in near real-time to provide a meaningful and responsive experience for the data center operator. […]
DCIM Leader Modius Announces New Leadership for OpenData®
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 […]
DCIM Asset Management- The Simple Answer is Flexibility
There are many approaches in Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) for managing assets – and many application choices. Understanding the difference in functionality can seem challenging, but the focus should be on finding a flexible method that can adapt to your needs. Some essential core functions are expected from any asset management tool – floor […]