Virtual Interconnection is the Future of IT Infrastructure

July 5, 2022
The future of business is going to be decentralized and distributed, but also constantly connected. Learn why virtual interconnections will be the future of software-driven IT infrastructure in this article featuring insights from DataBank.

The future of business is going to be decentralized and distributed, but also constantly connected. The rapid pace of digital transformation happening across all industries, as well as the growth of service-as-a-software, edge computing, IoT connected devices, real-time analytics, and high speed networks can lead to no other conclusion. This is why interconnection is the colocation industry’s fastest growing segment.

Get the full report.

How Virtual Interconnection Supports Distributed Digital Business, featuring DataBank, provides insights on why virtual interconnections are the future of software-driven IT infrastructure. Check out our recent article series focused on the special report:

Distributed Businesses Need Virtual Interconnections: We are in the midst of what many are calling the Great Decentralization of business. In this article, we explore the factors driving decentralization and the reasons why virtual interconnections will be critical to future success for colocation providers.

The Future is Software Driven and Virtualization is the Path Forward: In our second article on virtual interconnections, we look into why experts believe the future of IT infrastructure is software driven. A further evolution of virtualization, software-defined infrastructure will allow resources to be utilized in the most efficient and effective way.

Virtual Interconnection: New Technology For Cutting Edge Data Centers: Up next, we examine the benefits of virtualizing interconnection. Relatively new technology, interconnection virtualization is gaining traction with colocation and cloud service providers because it allows for the creation of virtual cross-connects between multiple stakeholders. Ultimately, it provides flexibility and better economics around data center workloads.

Data Centers Must Rethink Interconnection in Order to Evolve: We conclude our article series by exploring why data centers must evolve by rethinking interconnection. The article says, “the organizations that lead the Great Decentralization of business will be those that can most swiftly effectively free themselves from the shackles of legacy infrastructure and embrace data-driven decision-making.”

Download the entire special report, How Virtual Interconnection Supports Distributed Digital Business, courtesy of DataBank to learn more.

About the Author

Kathy Hitchens

Kathy Hitchens has been writing professionally for more than 30 years. She focuses on the renewable energy, electric vehicle, utility, data center, and financial services sectors. Kathy has a BFA from the University of Arizona and a MBA from the University of Denver.  

Sponsored Recommendations

NECA Manual of Labor Rates Chart

See how Champion Fiberglass compares to PVC, GRC and PVC-coated steel in installation.

Electrical Conduit Cost Savings: A Must-Have Guide for Engineers & Contractors

To help identify cost savings that don’t cut corners on quality, Champion Fiberglass developed a free resource for engineers and contractors.

Conduit Sweeps and Elbows for Data Centers and Utilities

Data Centers and Utilities projects require a large number of electrical conduit sweeps and elbows. Learn why Champion Fiberglass is the best supplier for these projects.

Prefabricated Conduit Duct Banks Enable Smooth and Safe Electrical Installation for a Data Center

Prefabricated conduit duct banks encourage a smooth, safe electrical conduit installation for a data center.

ComAp Group
Source: ComAp Group

The Emerging Challenges for the Data Center Industry in the Age of AI

Pavel Durst, Global Product Manager at ComAp Group, outlines key challenges the data center industry must address to accommodate the advancements of AI.

White Papers

Get the full report.

Why You Need to Accelerate Your Business with Cloud

Oct. 18, 2022
In this white paper, Cologix explores how data centers can help businesses use the cloud to stay ahead of their digital transformation needs.