Networks Europe Mar-Apr 2016 | Page 35

DATA CENTRE SUMMIT REVIEW traditional connectivity models: how to find the right data centre for the right job?’ Next was a presentation delivered by Tony Day Global Director of Data Centre Projects at Schneider Electric entitled ‘Data Centre On the Edge’. Tony examined strategic ways to economically grow on-premise digital infrastructure, given the impact of the Internet of Things and the explosion of data usage caused by applications such as video on demand. The strong and diverse line-up of industry leading companies and exhibitors included Schneider Electric, Geist, Excel Networking, Heatload.co.uk, Maxxam and Riello. Despite the strong pull of the diverse range of seminars, exhibitors were kept busy by visitors keen to find out more and get help on current and future projects. The Summit was designed as a one day event to better meet the needs of busy data centre professionals. With introductions made and interest established, there will no doubt be a lot of follow up in the coming months. Commenting on the success of the event, Rachel Titchener Director of Events at Data Centre Events and LGN Media said, “We are thrilled with how the event panned out. Delegates commented on how inspirational and helpful they found the seminar program in support of their operational requirements and exhibitors have confirmed that they have connected with new data centre professionals facing real challenges.” As well as the efficiency of the one-day event, the Data Centre Summit series strives to create regional relevance which is especially important for the data centre sector. The next event in the series takes place in Manchester at the Etihad Stadium on the 28th of September which is shaping up to be as beneficial as its predecessor in 2015. The first Data Centre Summit South event attracted over 450 visitors from some of the UKs most prestigious organisations. It connected professionals, business critical objectives and vendors that can deliver and make a difference. For more information about the Data Centre Summit series visit www.datacentresummit.co.uk, email [email protected] or call 01353 711464. www.networkseuropemagazine.com 35