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The Rise of “Construction-Ready” Supply Chains: A New Model for Data Center Build Speed May 11, 2026 In this EC&M feature, Wesco and Eaton share a new model for speeding data center builds by reducing risk and improving gray space execution.

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Solving Data Center Development Challenges April 14, 2026 Discover key data center development challenges and how Wesco supports data center power requirements and supply chain considerations to keep projects on track.

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Q1 Construction Industry Report — North Central March 23, 2026 Read the Q1 Construction Industry Report — North Central to learn the latest trends, challenges and growth opportunities for the region.

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Q1 Construction Industry Report — West Great Lakes March 17, 2026 Read the Q1 Construction Industry Report — West Great Lakes to learn the latest trends, challenges and growth opportunities for the region.

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Q1 Construction Industry Report — Pacific Northwest March 17, 2026 Read the Q1 Construction Industry Report — Pacific Northwest to learn the latest trends, challenges and growth opportunities for the region.

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Industry Insights: AI Inference and the Impact on the Edge February 16, 2026 Discover how edge AI inference is driving higher rack power density and reshaping data center power, cooling and modular infrastructure strategies.

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Industry Insights: Smart Surveillance for Modern Data Centers February 13, 2026 Explore data center security trends, from perimeter protection and thermal monitoring to AI video analytics and remotely managed SOCs in this Industry Insights video interview.

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Beyond the Core: Building Data Centers in America’s Next Frontier January 28, 2026 Increasingly, data center development is moving out of big city locations to rural areas. Tune in to the EC&M “On Air” podcast where Wesco’s David Speidelsbach discusses the benefits and challenges of this move and more data center trends.

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Architecting Resilient Data Center Networks to Meet AI Demands January 28, 2026 How can you achieve faster, more scalable and more resilient data centers to meet the evolving AI demands? Learn how a dual-network approach and a robust connectivity portfolio support the deployment of modern data centers.

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Safety in the Data Center: Risks, Solutions and Best Practices January 26, 2026 Data centers can pose electrical, fire, heat, noise and ergonomic hazards. Wesco’s Shawn Gregg discusses key data center safety risks, shares best practices, and presents solutions that ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted operations.

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Building the Backbone of AI: Scalable Rack and Pod Infrastructure January 15, 2026 AI workloads require increased power and cooling. Scalable, efficient data center infrastructure is essential to support rapid AI growth and changing demands.

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Lake Cable: Reliable Power for the Digital World December 16, 2025 Lake Cable delivers premium low-voltage, 2kV and BMS cable solutions built in the USA – engineered for reliability, performance and smart data centers.

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Industry Insights: Understanding Physical Security in Your Data Center December 15, 2025 Watch this video interview for a discussion on data center physical security best practices, including layered security, biometrics, IoT and solutions for all data center types.

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Boost Installer Productivity With Punchless Cat6A Terminations December 11, 2025 Speed up structured cabling installs with Cat6A terminations. See how Cobra‑Lock™ punchless termination boosts installer productivity, performs in high‑density racks and helps minimize downtime.

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Industry Insights Series: Electrical Safety in the Data Center December 9, 2025 Watch this Industry Insights video interview to discover how Wesco and Panduit ensure electrical safety with predictive maintenance and secure data center design, protecting people, equipment and uptime.

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Industry Insights: Data Center Liquid Cooling from nVent December 9, 2025 Discover how liquid cooling is revolutionizing data centers for AI workloads. Watch our expert interview to learn about energy efficiency, reliability and the future of sustainable cooling solutions.

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Label Your Way to Data Center Safety and Efficiency December 9, 2025 Discover how Brady labeling solutions boost data center safety, efficiency and compliance. Explore best practices for printers and labels.

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Demand Meets Innovation: The Evolution of the Modern Data Center: Video December 8, 2025 Watch this Industry Insights interview to explore physical security in modern data centers with Wesco and ASSA ABLOY. Learn about best practices, innovative access control solutions and expert insights to protect your facility.

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Demand Meets Innovation: The Evolution of the Modern Data Center: Video December 8, 2025 Watch this Industry Insights interview to explore physical security in modern data centers with Wesco and ASSA ABLOY. Learn about best practices, innovative access control solutions and expert insights to protect your facility.

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Helping Contractors Harness the Tools of Digital Commerce December 8, 2025 Wesco’s Sean Grasby joins the Electrical Wholesaling podcast to discuss meeting customers where they are at in their technological journey. One tip is to integrate AI solutions on platforms that they already use. Listen to the podcast to learn more.

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Custom Cable Solutions: Designed. Delivered. Done Right. December 3, 2025 Still searching for the right cable to meet your unique application? Wesco offers Belden’s wire and cable customization program backed by our deep industry expertise. Read the article to learn the many custom cable and testing options available.

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Powering the AI Revolution: How Wesco and ABB Accelerate Data Center Deployment November 18, 2025 Wesco and ABB accelerate data center deployment with AI-ready infrastructure, delivering innovative electrical solutions to meet modern power demands.

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Extended Reach Cabling Solutions for Data Centers November 11, 2025 Explore cabling solutions for data centers. Learn how Wesco and Leviton optimize fiber optic infrastructure and support future network demands.

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Motor Controls Drive Efficiency in Data Center Cooling November 6, 2025 Are you looking for ways to reduce energy use in your data centers? The motor control components that you use in data center cooling can have a big impact. Read the article for actionable strategies to improve efficiency and sustainability.

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Data Center Turn Up: Increasing Your Velocity November 4, 2025 Discover how Wesco’s data center services help overcome deployment delays, streamline data center infrastructure and accelerate speed to market.

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The Case for Investing in Data Center Electrical Safety October 29, 2025 Learn how prioritizing electrical safety with absence‑of‑voltage testers (AVTs), cable cleats and robust grounding helps reduce arc‑flash risk, accelerate maintenance and protect uptime in AI‑driven data centers.

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Smart Surveillance for Modern Data Centers: Securing Our Digital World October 21, 2025 Explore smarter data center security solutions from Hanwha Vision and Wesco. Discover how AI-powered surveillance and thermal imaging can help protect your operations, ensure NDAA compliance and give you a competitive edge.

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Building Resilience: The Role of Layered Security in Data Centers October 8, 2025 Discover how layered physical security—from perimeter to server rooms—builds resilience and protects data centers against evolving threats.

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Choosing the Right Cooling Path for AI-Powered Data Centers October 3, 2025 Traditional air-cooling methods are no longer sufficient to manage the intense thermal output of today’s GPU-rich environments. Wesco's Alan Farrimond explains how, with the right strategy, data centers can confidently introduce liquid cooling into their environments.

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Accelerate AI Workloads With Optimized GPU-to-GPU Communication October 2, 2025 Learn how to boost AI computing performance and scalability by optimizing GPU-to-GPU communication with cutting-edge MPI, RDMA, UCX and SuperNIC technologies.

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Data Centers: New Frontier for Broadcast in Era of Live Streaming September 17, 2025 Discover how data centers are reshaping live broadcasting, enabling scalable, secure and ultra-low latency streaming for today’s digital-first audiences.

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Demand Meets Innovation: The Evolution of the Modern Data Center September 16, 2025 Explore how rising demand, sustainability goals and advanced security needs are reshaping data centers and driving innovative new access control and hardware solutions.

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AI Factories: Designing Outcome-Driven Data Center Architecture August 21, 2025 Wesco helps to enable next-gen AI factories with scalable, modern data center infrastructure built to optimize megawatt usage and tailored to business outcomes.

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Why Data Center Innovation Requires a Holistic Strategy August 19, 2025 Discover how a holistic strategy empowers data center teams to make smarter investments, adapt to evolving technologies and future-proof operations.

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Designing Data Centers for AI: Infrastructure for High-Density Compute July 29, 2025 Discover how Chatsworth Products (CPI) enable high-density compute infrastructure and AI data center design with efficient solutions that support direct-to-chip liquid cooling and scalable infrastructure for performance and sustainability.

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Liquid Cooling for Data Centers: What You Need To Know July 16, 2025 Explore how liquid cooling for data centers is becoming a strategic necessity to meet the demands of AI and high-density computing. Learn about energy efficiency, sustainability, modular cooling systems and maintenance strategies to future-proof your facility.

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How Partnerships Unlock the Value of High-Performance Computing July 10, 2025 High-performance computing (HPC) projects need more than hardware—they require expert partners in power, cooling and deployment. In his Channel Futures article, Wesco’s Matt Powers explains how a strong partner ecosystem can simplify operations, reduce risk, and speed AI-driven deployme...

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Trends in High-Performance Computing: An Interview With Matt Powers and Robert Ehiemua May 22, 2025 The latest Industry Insights interview features Matt Powers and Robert Ehiemua, Wesco’s VP of Technology & Support Services (TSS) and Director of Advanced Technologies & HPC (TSS), respectively. They discuss current trends and technologies in HPC and AI at Wesco’s...

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Modular Data Centers: The New Go-To Solution May 12, 2025 Modular data centers are becoming a preferred solution thanks to the deployment speed, dynamic flexibility and high data throughput they provide.

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Wesco Helps Cloud Technology Provider Complete Data Center Builds April 11, 2025 A world-leading provider of cloud technologies needed to overcome cable sourcing challenges in order to deliver 39 data center builds on time. Learn how Wesco’s supply chain solutions – including our wire and cable installation enhancement services – helped the company meet build dead...

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Innovating the Future: Next-Generation Data Centers April 2, 2025 Demand is surging for next-generation data centers that manage higher-capacity workloads. Challenges like finding skilled professionals and ensuring operational efficiency must be addressed. Wesco's Alan Farrimond and Andrew Jimenez discuss the innovations and strategies shaping the future of data ...

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The Four Techniques You Need to Know to Cool AI Data Centers March 19, 2025 The growing need for high-density data centers is driving more teams to adopt liquid cooling rather than more traditional methods for the IT critical load. What are the options, and how do they stack-up? Wesco’s Alan Farrimond explains the four liquid cooling methods and what data center ...

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The Renewable Energy Transition: Considerations for Today’s Data Center March 7, 2025 Data centers are increasingly looking to alternative energy to ease power constraints and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels. However, getting this power to the data center remains a significant hurdle. Wesco’s Alan Farrimond discusses the obstacles data centers face transi...

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How Alternative Energy Can Meet Data Center Power Demands March 3, 2025 To meet increasing energy demands driven by AI, data centers must identify, support and optimize supplemental power generation technologies. We explore the various alternative energy sources - including microgrids – that are available to help data centers meet growing load demands.

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Making the Case for Liquid Cooling in High-Density Data Centers January 27, 2025 As AI-driven high-density data centers expand, liquid cooling becomes essential to manage GPU heat. However, convincing your board to invest in the technology can be challenging. Wesco’s Alan Farrimond discusses how to build a solid business case for liquid cooling that addresses concer...

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Wesco Data Center Services: Engineered by Experts January 10, 2025 Data centers are becoming increasingly complex due to growing demand and the need to support AI, machine learning and other advanced technologies. The right technology partner can help data centers overcome these challenges while increasing efficiency and keeping a lid on costs.

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Tackling Global Data Center Challenges January 9, 2025 The data center industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by emerging technologies and shifting global demands. In the latest episode of the Data Center Frontier Show podcast, Wesco’s Alan Farrimond discusses the forces reshaping the industry and how companies like Wesco are addressing these challenge...

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The Evolution of the Security Industry: An Interview with Tara Dunning December 11, 2024 The latest industry insights interview features VP of Global Security, Tara Dunning discussing the latest industry trends, technology, and the evolution of the security industry at Wesco’s innovation center.

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Wesco: A Data Center Partner From Start to Finish November 27, 2024 As data center projects increase in complexity and quantity, companies are seeking out partners that can provide end-to-end support. Alan Farrimond, VP of Global Data Center Solutions, highlights the partnerships, design expertise, and operational strength that make Wesco a trusted partner for client...

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Perspectives On: Data Center Growth October 24, 2024 When it comes to the future of data centers, one thing is certain – growth. Alan Farrimond, VP of Global Data Center Solutions, explains how Wesco’s global footprint and central position in the supply chain enable us to support the exponential growth of the data center industry.

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AI-Ready: Prepare Your Customer's Data Center for the Future October 23, 2024 The rapid adoption of AI is driving an unprecedented demand for data center capacity, power and speed. Learn how Panduit’s four-step proactive approach can prepare your customer’s data center for the future by addressing infrastructure, power, structured cabling and cooling requirements.

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The Benefits of NetLink Managed Power for Data Centers October 1, 2024 With increased data center growth and uptime demands, reliable and intelligent power supplies are more important than ever before. Learn how managed power solutions give data centers the ability to monitor system health and address maintenance needs before they become an issue.

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Offsite Builds Reduce Costs for Semiconductor Manufacturer October 1, 2024 A semiconductor manufacturer needed to rapidly scale its data center deployments while managing labor shortages and excess waste. Learn how Wesco helped the customer overcome logistical challenges, improve timelines, reduce onsite waste, and achieve a significant cost reduction by moving the...

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AI Infusion: The Next Wave of Data Center Networking September 26, 2024 Data center investments in AI have skyrocketed, with AI computing clusters at the front end of this growth. Operators face a range of challenges when deploying AI clusters, including power, cooling, geography, latency and deployment speeds. Learn how structured cabling can meet the needs of AI clu...

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Planning for an End-to-End Broadband Deployment Project September 23, 2024 Managing all the moving pieces of a large-scale broadband project can be challenging. From cyberattacks to permitting, we outline several factors providers should consider prior to deployment, and explain how partnering with an end-to-end supply chain solutions can ensure success.

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A Look at Cabling Best Practices for AI Data Centers September 19, 2024 Today’s AI servers require much greater cabling density, forcing operators to take a new approach to cabling infrastructure. Wesco’s Alan Farrimond discusses the fiber-optic cabling options available for AI servers and explains how parallel optic technology can maximize performance and minimize la...

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The Benefits of NetLink Managed Power for Data Centers September 16, 2024 With increased data center growth and uptime demands, reliable and intelligent power supplies are more important than ever before. Learn how managed power solutions give data centers the ability to monitor system health and address maintenance needs before they become an issue.

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Time for a Fresh Look at Hyperconverged Infrastructure September 12, 2024 Today’s IT professionals are facing a confluence of challenges that hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) is well-suited to address, including increasing demand, complexity, and operating costs. Wesco’s Alan Farrimond outlines how organizations can benefit from the efficiency and resiliency of HCI...

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Transformations in the Data Center Industry: An Interview with Dirk Naylor September 10, 2024 Wesco is excited to showcase a new video series: Industry Insights. These interview-style videos will pull together industry leaders from across the business to discuss the latest industry trends, supply chain impacts, and what’s next for distribution and supply chain.

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The Evolution of IoT: An Interview with Matt Powers September 10, 2024 The latest industry insights interview features VP of Global Technology & Support Services, Matt Powers discussing the latest industry trends, technology, and the Internet of Things at Wesco’s innovation center.

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Power to the Data Center: Challenges and Solutions August 21, 2024 As global data center power consumption continues to accelerate, local grids are struggling to keep up with demand. Learn how data centers are partnering with utilities, engineers, and construction companies to close the power gap with a combination of renewables and on-site grid infrastructure.

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Why Network Modernization Is Essential for Today’s Data Center August 21, 2024 Legacy network architectures are strained by the ever-increasing demand for connectivity. To ensure future reliability and performance, organizations must modernize their networks. Wesco’s Dave Wilson outlines the business benefits of network modernization and explains why it’s at the he...

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Four Factors Shaping the Data Center Market August 13, 2024 The data center industry is straining under the demands of AI, data-driven technologies, and digital services. Wesco’s Dave Wilson explores how trends around capacity, sustainability, security, and colocation are expected to impact the data center market in the short term.

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Liquid Cooling in High-Density Data Centers August 7, 2024 Liquid cooling has emerged as an essential component of high-density data center environments, but implementing these technologies can pose operational risks. Wesco’s Gabe Andrews highlights the benefits associated with liquid cooling solutions and discusses how to overcome design and deployment challenges...

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Gen AI Demands on Data Center Capacity: Navigating a New Frontier July 26, 2024 Organizations are adopting generative AI at a rapid pace, creating unprecedented demand for data center capacity. Power constraints, supply chain bottlenecks, and regulatory requirements make it difficult for data centers to scale and adapt. Wesco’s Andrew Jimenez discusses how operat...

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Mitigating Cyber Risks for Wastewater Infrastructure July 24, 2024 A municipality with 12 wastewater facilities contracted Wesco to conduct a network health check and identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Learn how we helped the customer secure federal funding and improve the security and robustness of their network.

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Enabling the Factory of the Future July 19, 2024 An aerospace manufacturer needed an advanced cabling solution that could support connected devices, automation processes, machine learning, and high volumes of data traffic in their new state-of-the-art factory. Learn why Wesco’s Utility Grade Infrastructure (UTG) was selected for the 1.3 million sq ft facility.

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End-To-End Enterprise Network Management Solution June 10, 2024 A global hyperscale technology company was seeking a service provider to streamline their enterprise network hardware replacement and warranty process. Learn how Wesco’s partnership with a local OEM provider allowed us to strategically stock products in warehouses around the world while minimizing co...

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Powering a Future-Ready Network Infrastructure June 3, 2024 The cabling and connectivity infrastructure that powers your business today may not meet your needs in a few short years. Wesco’s Jay Williams, VP of Sales, Global Network Infrastructure, discusses the importance of building a network infrastructure that supports long-term technology and connectivity ne...

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Supporting Systems Integrators at Sports Venues May 20, 2024 Since making the jump from professional AV to broadcast two years ago, Wesco has seen its stadium and arena business explode. Phil Langley recently sat down with SVG News for a behind-the-scenes look at how Wesco is supporting some of today’s most high-profile sports venue projects.

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Keeping up With the Exploding Energy Demands of Data Centers May 2, 2024 Data centers will need increasing amounts of energy to support AI, IoT, 5G, and other emerging technologies. Wesco’s Dirk Naylor discusses how collaboration between utility companies, hyperscalers, and renewable developers is key to building sustainable, future-ready infrastructure to meet...

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How to Choose Racks for Edge Data Centers April 30, 2024 The market for edge data center infrastructure is experiencing explosive growth. However, power, cooling, and space constraints can make it challenging to design and deploy edge data centers. We explore the variety of rack sizes and systems that are available to store and cool your data center equipment.

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Enhance Efficiencies with Data Center Infrastructure Management April 11, 2024 Data center infrastructure management (DCIM) solutions are transforming how data centers operate, providing real-time insights and control over critical infrastructure. Learn how Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure™ IT DCIM solutions are helping businesses achieve operational excellence a...

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The Power of Liquid Immersion Cooling Technology March 6, 2024 As data demands continue to surge, data centers are turning to liquid cooling technologies to boost efficiency and performance. Wesco’s Bill Geary, a Forbes Technology Council member, outlines how liquid immersion cooling works and details its numerous benefits.

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Prepare for Growing Demand with a Future-Proof Network March 5, 2024 As the demand for data center services increases, operators must increase capacity, build a scalable network infrastructure, and minimize environmental impacts. Learn how CommScope’s SYSTIMAX Propel meets today’s performance and sustainability requirements while offering a simple path to future ...

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Powering and Connecting the Hyperconnected Building February 27, 2024 Innovative retail technologies like IoT sensors and smart shelves can boost customer engagement and sales but require reliable data processing. Learn how edge infrastructure, including backup power, remote management, racks and dedicated IT cooling, can support the digitalization of the retail indu...

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Cooling Edge Computing in Retail Operations February 13, 2024 Innovative retail technologies like IoT sensors and smart shelves can boost customer engagement and sales but require reliable data processing. Learn how edge infrastructure, including backup power, remote management, racks and dedicated IT cooling, can support the digitalization of the retail industry.

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Revolutionizing Data Center Efficiency February 12, 2024 Data center managers need robust and agile solutions to ensure their IT equipment functions optimally. Chatsworth Products (CPI) is revolutionizing data center efficiency with the CPI Power & Cabinet Ecosystem. Learn how this solution’s innovative design and functionality is optimizing data center operations.

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Elevating Data Center Resilience Through Advanced Power Solutions February 8, 2024 As businesses increasingly rely on data centers to support their operations, robust and resilient power solutions have become more critical than ever. Learn about the latest advanced power solutions and how they can be leveraged to enhance data center performance, efficiency, and secu...

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Achieving Physical Security in Your Data Center February 8, 2024 Protocol failures, human errors, and theft can lead to vulnerabilities within a data center. Physical security is best achieved using a layered approach across six critical areas. Learn how to implement a layered access control strategy that addresses each area and protects the entire building.

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What’s in Store for Data Centers in 2024? January 30, 2024 Experts predict that the tremendous data center growth of 2023 will easily be eclipsed by the growth we’ll see in 2024. From artificial intelligence to liquid cooling, Wesco’s Dirk Naylor discusses the trends driving data center growth and how organizations can prepare for what’s next.

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A Multifaceted Approach to Data Center Security January 30, 2024 As the proliferation of data centers continues at a rapid pace, reducing downtime and keeping up with security can be challenging. A proactive, multifaceted security plan must be in place to keep data centers online and secure. Learn how Corning EDGE™ can help data centers run efficiently today and in ...

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Why eWaste Should Be Part of Data Center Sustainability January 26, 2024 Due to the rapid pace of change in technology, data centers generate a large volume of eWaste in the form of discarded IT equipment, power distribution units, and other components. Wesco’s Matt Powers outlines a full-lifecycle strategy for reducing eWaste that can help data centers meet sustain...

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Powering Efficient and Resilient Data Centers January 25, 2024 Data centers must simplify power distribution to keep up with the increasing computing power needed to support digital infrastructure growth. APC's NetShelter Rack PDU offers the flexibility, functionality, resiliency, and efficiency needed to excel in today’s evolving IT landscape.

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Emerging Technology Increases Data Center Fiber Connections January 23, 2024 The demand for fiber connections is exploding as the world becomes more connected. Data centers must achieve the right combination of speed, density, scalability, and cost-effectiveness to keep up. Learn how Belden’s DCX System helps data centers effectively manage growing fiber density.

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nVent's Approach to Data Center Innovation and Sustainability January 8, 2024 The demand for data center processing is exploding as the world becomes more electrified. Concurrently, data centers are adopting more efficient solutions to reduce energy use and costs. Learn how nVent’s innovative and sustainable solutions are preparing data center managers for the futu...

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Megatrends Predict a Mega Security Future December 20, 2023 As the security industry evolves, customers expect an end-to-end solution that not only mitigates risk, but also improves operational efficiency. Wesco’s Tara Dunning discusses security megatrends, including security as a service (SaaS), and how emerging technologies can address business challenges.

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Manage Data Center Growth with a Centralized Patching Field December 6, 2023 Many companies are tasked with upgrading their data centers to keep up with demand while lowering operating expenses. To accomplish both, network designers are choosing a centralized patching field. Benefits include a reduced footprint, simplified maintenance, and greater long-term energy s...

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Extending the Life of Your Industrial Electrical Equipment November 9, 2023 Aging switchgear is more vulnerable to failure, resulting in downtime, safety risks, and excess maintenance costs. Switchgear modernization is a cost-effective alternative to total equipment replacement and offers multiple business benefits. Eaton partners with Wesco to deliver this solution...

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3 Ways Mobile is Enabling the Future Work Experience October 24, 2023 The future of work is anchored in experience. Ensuring employee experiences meet employee expectations will lead to higher engagement and productivity. Mobile offers the connectivity, real-time insights, and granular management capabilities that leaders will need to drive success in the workplaces...

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LTE Networks Provide Private, Secure, and Efficient Connectivity August 11, 2023 Wesco delivered supply chain solutions to enable Granite Telecommunications to execute an innovative LTE Network implementation at a customer site with unique challenges. Learn how our relationships and expertise supported the project from the scope of work through handover to the cust...

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The Race to Innovate With Scarce Resources June 16, 2023 As demands for cloud computing increase and revolutionary AI applications gain momentum, data center developers face increased pressure to keep pace with innovation. Wesco’s Matt Powers discusses how data center professionals can stay competitive despite mounting challenges.

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Network Health Check Addresses Vulnerabilities March 30, 2023 A municipality contracted Wesco to conduct a network health check. The goal was to identify potential security risks and network issues. The health check discovered vulnerabilities and security risks. Wesco collaborated with Cisco and Rockwell Automation to help secure funding and complete the project.

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4 Steps to Shore Up Cybersecurity on the Plant Floor December 13, 2022 Modernizing your plant floor operations can increase efficiencies and make way for new opportunities, including updating antiquated systems and connecting legacy silos of automation. However, new and vulnerable entry points and devices expose manufacturers to harmful cybersecurity threats.

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Manufacturer Benefits From Standardized Data Center Architecture June 28, 2022 As a result of working with Wesco, the manufacturer now has a standardized data center architecture that can easily be deployed across the globe, whether on-premise or colocated. The documentation provided makes it easy to deploy the same architecture at all the customer’s other locati...

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Edge Computing is the Foundation of Connected Operations June 10, 2022 Many organizations and industries are harnessing the power of data and digital tools with edge computing to improve resiliency, efficiency, sustainability, and safety and security. Sending all that device-generated data to a centralized data center or the cloud causes bandwidth and latency iss...

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Data Center Sustainability and How to Achieve It April 23, 2022 Data centers are highly interconnected. Between edge environments, cloud connectivity, multitenant facilities, and the expansion of hyperscale facilities around the world, overall connectivity and reduced data transfer latency equals more data moving around the world at a faster clip.

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Data Center Managed Services: The Right Partner is Critical February 17, 2022 Digitization of the enterprise and growth in demand for power, space and bandwidth have led to many trends in the data communications arena. One of the major trends has been an expanding need for more diverse types of data centers, ranging from the largest (hyperscale) and multi-tenant data...

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Data Center Life Cycle Management: Disk Data Security December 6, 2021 As we have all seen, the demand for data centers has grown exponentially over the past few years. With the accelerating need for work from home (WFH) and more hybrid working solutions (HWS), as well as the continuing connected device explosion of the Internet of Things (IoT), there appears to be ...

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The Convergence of Physical Security and Cybersecurity November 23, 2021 The IoT has evolved from buzzword status to mainstream reality, but not without its challenges. While most still think of millions of IP-enabled devices as an exciting opportunity, we are constantly reminded of the pitfalls of not properly securing our internet-connected refrigerators, DVRs and ...

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Modernizing and Securing Your Industrial Network October 25, 2021 Manufacturing facilities are becoming more connected, and the associated benefits are limitless – from becoming more agile and competitive in the market, to maximizing efficiency, reducing costs, or monetizing data. Implementing smart manufacturing best practices is no longer a choice but a necessity ...

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Data Center AV Solutions: What You Need to Know September 29, 2021 When you think about a data center, you might think about servers, switches, cooling, cabling, connectivity, access control and the like. What about audio/visual (AV) solutions? The appropriate data center AV solutions help provide the physical security and access to core information you want and need...

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Wireless Network Security for Government Entities March 26, 2020 The federal government and the Department of Defense (DoD) recognize that standards-based wireless networking has become an essential part of conducting business efficiently. Many commercially available products offer the capability of providing electronic security, comparable to wired networks.