Power Up Your Data Center Technicians
Welcome to Keep Your Cool - a series tackling simple cooling optimization strategies for the busy data center operators by former busy data center operator, Gregg Haley.
Do you need to improve the performance of your data center? Look no further than your own team of data center technicians. They are the front line of defense. When they are out on the floor – installing equipment, removals, wiring – they are usually the first to recognize that something may be amiss in the data center airflow. By providing them with the knowledge and tools to manage airflow effectively, you can see significant improvements in both the financial and environmental impact of your data center operations.
The one tool that I recommend to help every Data Center tech do the best job they can - is use the AUDIT-BUDDY system. It is a portable and cost-effective environmental monitoring system that can help visualize thermal data in the data center aisles. With this tool, your technicians can easily identify areas for improvement and ensure that they are adhering to best practices for airflow management. What sets this tool apart is its user-friendly design and built-in support features. With AUDIT-BUDDY, your techs don't need a specialized degree in Data Centers (which doesn't even exist). The system incorporates intuitive help screens and comprehensive airflow management information, providing your team with the knowledge they need to confidently make informed decisions when implementing changes in the data center's white space.
Investing in your team’s knowledge and skills when it comes to airflow management can lead to significant improvements in cooling capacity, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. The more knowledge and support – the more they can “meet” or “exceed” best practices.
About the Author
Meet Gregg Haley, an accomplished data center and telecommunications executive with over 30 years of leadership experience. With his recent role as the Senior Director of Data Center Operations - Global at Limelight Networks, Gregg brings a wealth of expertise to the field of data center optimization. As the Principal Consultant for Purkay Labs, Gregg specializes in providing comprehensive data center assessments and optimization reviews that help businesses reduce operating expenses by identifying energy conservation opportunities. His profound knowledge of infrastructure optimization has enabled clients to achieve remarkable cost reductions ranging from 10% to 30%. In addition to his data center focus, Gregg holds a certification as a Business Continuity Planner from the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRII) and played a key role as a founding member and Treasurer of the Association of Contingency Planners - Greater Boston Chapter. With a strong commitment to professional development, Gregg's expertise extends to the field of industrial security as a past member of the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS).
Gregg is dedicated to assisting data center managers in implementing cooling optimization strategies that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.