Intelligent Data Centres Issue 64 | Page 75

But it ’ s not simply a case of buying solutions and sitting back and waiting for results : AI has to be used effectively . Edge Computing technology helps to bring AI to the data source and will be hugely important for any organisations hoping to reap the benefits through cutting-edge applications such as virtual assistants , Generative AI and computer vision .
With Edge Computing , organisations can gain AI-powered insights right where data is created , which can be immediately used to improve outcomes across store aisles , manufacturing floors , hospital rooms and service desks all over the world .
Edge AI computing can also process thousands of data points in real-time to gain the insights required to make decisions . In customer service , for instance , it can analyse data to make live recommendations for personalised products and services , or identify issues before they become pain points , enhancing the overall experience . Technology that delivers data centre-like computing to the Edge will be crucial to delivering improved experiences in industries from tourism to retail , as well as improved emergency response and public safety .
A sustainable approach to IT
In previous decades , sustainability has not fallen within the traditional purview of IT leadership . But with increasing attention on the issues such as e-waste , and the emissions associated with data centres , thinking about Environmental , Social and Governance ( ESG ) issues is yet another responsibility on the shoulders of today ’ s CIOs .
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