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cooling and the integration of renewable power sources.
Network slicing and AI-powered management systems can also play a role, dynamically allocating power and cooling resources to match realtime demand and ensuring energy is not wasted on idle infrastructure.
The economics of transformation The rollout of 5G and edge infrastructure requires immense capital investment from both MNOs and data centre operators.
The operational complexity of managing a highly distributed infrastructure also presents a steep learning curve and requires new, sophisticated automation and orchestration platforms.
According to Fotis Karonis, former Group Leader of 5G and Edge Computing at Capgemini, navigating this transformation is an iterative process that relies on collaboration.“ Industrial 5G is a key catalyst in unlocking the potential of intelligent industry and accelerating data-driven digital transformation,” says Fotis.
“ An element of iteration is required, but organisations should seek to leverage the 5G ecosystem to jointly test solutions and progress with full-scale 5G adoption, fine-tuning the approach as the ecosystem evolves.”
The challenges are not insurmountable barriers, but a part of the necessary evolution that the data centre industry must navigate through strategic partnerships and phased deployments.
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