In this Digital CxO Leadership Insights video interview, Amanda Razani speaks with Colin McLean, chief revenue officer for Digital Realty, about the future of data centers for AI.
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In this episode of the Digital CxO Leadership Insights video series, Amanda Razani interviews Colin McLean, chief revenue officer of Digital Realty, about the future of data centers in the rapidly evolving landscape of AI. McLean shares how Digital Realty, the world’s largest data center provider, supports a broad spectrum of customer needs with over 300 data centers across 50+ metros globally. The discussion centers on the increasing demands for data management and storage solutions driven by AI, and how Digital Realty’s modular data centers are equipped to handle these growing needs, particularly in terms of density and global consistency.
McLean emphasizes the critical considerations for businesses when selecting data center services, highlighting the importance of security, resiliency and proximity to support distributed architectures. He also touches on the impact of climate and sustainability in their operations, showcasing Digital Realty’s commitment to green practices. Looking ahead, McLean sees AI as a transformative force across various industries and advises businesses to plan strategically for their future data infrastructure needs. The interview concludes with a focus on the early stages of AI’s integration and the essential role data centers will play in its expansion.
