From Siri and Alexa to self-driving cars, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have become embedded in the fabric of our daily lives. According to research, global spending on artificial intelligence is expected to increase exponentially over the coming years, reaching $7.3-billion by 2022. Intelligent automation solutions are revolutionizing the way we work, live and play and the data …
Are you a business owner with a need to expand your data centre footprint? Do important queries about optimal site locations, data privacy, downtime, maintenance, and cost efficiencies leave you scratching your head? There are many factors to consider when breaking into the data centre sector and, if you answered yes to the foregoing questions, then the ‘Data Centre as …
Navigating the constantly evolving and expanding data centre environment comes with challenges and achieving facility compliance requirements can be difficult. Fortunately, thanks to seasoned and accomplished data centre experts like Urbacon Data Centre Solutions (UDCS), businesses can feel confident that their sensitive information is safely stored and maintained in some of the most secure, reliable and redundant facilities on earth. …
A leader in technology innovation and telecommunications, Canada has seen a substantial upswing in the demand for data centres. Over 1-million SF of data centre space has been built in Canada and an additional 100 MW of power was added to the market over the last three years. Research shows that 90 per cent of organizations will adopt hybrid infrastructure …
We are very proud to announce that our Richmond Hill, DC1 data centre facility was recently the recipient of the Energy Evolution in New Construction Award at the first annual Alectra Energy Evolution Summit. Hosted by Alectra Utilities Inc., this exclusive event celebrates companies and organizations who participate in Alectra’s Save on Energy incentive programs and distinguish themselves as leaders …
Urbacon Data Centre Solutions was recently featured in a Globe and Mail article about the explosive demand for data storage space in light of industry trends, including significant migrations from paper-based business processes to IT infrastructure. With a focus on our Barker Business Park Digital Campus and DC1, the piece explores the approach, methodologies, technologies, and other variables considered and …
When choosing a data centre to host your mission critical systems and sensitive information, selecting a facility that is specifically designed to minimize risk to your business is of crucial importance. Purpose-built data centres offer tenant space that is designed to accommodate critical IT infrastructure. These facilities are built, from the ground up, with the end user’s needs dictating and …
In 1970, American Senator Gaylord Nelson introduced the world’s first ever Earth Day, paving the way for an influx of environmental activism worldwide. This inauguration pioneered new government statutes and industrial movements meant to inspire change in business conduct and policies with respect to sustainability and environmental impact. Historically, data centres have been criticized for their energy consumption. In fact, …
Competitive power rates, cool climates and low natural hazard risks have made Canada an integral player in the global data centre market. But atmospheric conditions and a lack of seismic activity aren’t the only characteristics that give our country an edge in this booming industry. Canadian legislation and regulations surrounding data privacy and security are some of the most stringent …
Urbacon Data Centre Solutions is thrilled to announce that we have entered a joint venture partnership with Summit Industrial Income REIT, effective December 2017. Through this exciting partnership, UDCS and Summit will collaborate to enlarge our data centre and mission critical portfolio in key markets across Canada. With over 2.1 million SF of data centre projects under our belt, we …
