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What do you think is the current hot talking point within the data centre space ?
Sustainability and green energy are big hot talking points within the data centre industry due to their environmental impact , especially since the emphasis on environmental responsibility has grown over the years . Those in the data centre space , and even companies generally , are now facing pressure to adopt eco-friendly measures , including energyefficient technologies and renewable energy ; something that is considered vital in data centres .
How do you deal with stress and unwind outside the office ?
When dealing with stress and trying to unwind outside office life , I sometimes go out for drinks with colleagues or friends when there ’ s live music or for a game of pool . But I mostly enjoy quality time with my daughter , the most significant person in my life . Going to activities like swimming or soft play with my daughter not only helps me unwind , but also brings me joy seeing her happy . To me , recognising the importance of family , these moments contribute to a balanced work and home life .
What do you currently identify as the major areas of investment in your industry ?
The three major areas of investment in our industry are currently : AI , sustainability and data centre space . Everyone knows that AI has been a major hit in all areas of technology . It has made certain tasks easier and has even improved upon
them in some cases . For instance , we have integrated AI into our networking systems recently , which helps identify cable failures and faults , saving time for both our support team and clients . Sustainability is also a big thing with businesses pushing to be more eco-friendly to help with environmental efforts . The matter of data centres and the net technical space they have is also a major area of investment due to the rapid growth of cloud technologies .
What are the region-specific challenges you e ncounter in your role ?
As a global company , challenges can vary depending on what country or state they ’ re in . But recently our biggest challenge has been trying to bring more technology and infrastructure to South-West England , where there is a large need and demand for technology . However , it has been challenging due to the resistance against new and unfamiliar technology in the area as a lot of the community is used to being more rural .
What changes to your job role have you seen in the last year and how do you see these developing in the coming months ?
While I ’ ve always embraced a hands-on technical approach in my role , recent changes have confined me to a desk , resulting in me carrying out more strategic business administrative tasks . The shift towards more desk-bound responsibilities over the past few months has heavily altered my dynamic . However , I anticipate a continued focus on my administrative duties now that I have been pulled into the C-Suite environment due to the rapid growth of the business . Much to look forward too . �
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