The QTS Experience

Episode 191; Intuitive Construction, AI, Doxel, Trade Flow, Data Center.

According to my next guest, over 40% of construction time and effort is rework, that is, you have to “redo” something that was already built during a construction project. The loss in time and impact on cost are incredible. Saurabh Ladha is the CEO of Doxel. Saurabh explains how he integrates AI with established processes in his mission to build faster. We can't all be Superman, but with the right tools - we can be Batman. Join us for the conversation, on the next QTS Experience. Episode 191; Saurabh Ladha: Intuitive Construction, AI, Doxel, Innovation, Data Center. According to my next guest, over 40% of construction time and effort is rework, that is, you have to “redo” something already built during a construction project. The loss in time and impact on cost are incredible. Saurabh Ladha is the CEO of Doxel. Saurabh explains how he integrates AI with established processes in his mission to build faster. Join us for the conversation, on the next QTS Experience.

Episode 190 Melissa Olson: Smart Infrastructure, Liquid Cooling, Future Engineering

We need to rethink how we move cooling throughout the data center. According to Mellissa Olsen, we can’t deliver future loads in the same way as we have in the past – it breaks too many things. Join us for the conversation, on the next QTS Experience

Episode 189: Dave Bell: Microgrids, Power, Sustainability, Data Center

Humanity's current demand for power is unprecedented, yet constructing new power plants and navigating bureaucratic transmission hurdles is a slow, challenging process. Dave Bell offers insightful alternatives that not only address these challenges but also benefit the planet. Tune in for this enlightening discussion on the next QTS Experience. 

Episode 188; Darwesh Singh: Ray Tracing, GPU, Data Center

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the entire world, but its success hinges on its hardware foundation. The GPU, AI's powerhouse, is potent yet costly and energy-intensive. This week, I'm joined by Darwesh Singh, CEO of Bolt Graphics, who proposes a groundbreaking solution to reshape AI hardware access and efficiency. Tune in for this insightful discussion on the next QTS Experience.
Darwesh Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darweshsingh/
Bolt Graphics: https://www.bolt.graphics/

Episode 187; Kamaljeet Sanghera, PhD: Data Center, Higher Education, Future Talent

The single biggest supply chain issue for digital infrastructure is talent. Attracting and educating future Data Center folks isn’t easy, and that’s where George Mason University steps in. They’re in the vanguard tackling the education gaps that exist in the Data Center community. This week I’m joined by Dr. Kamaljeet Sanghera, PhD, Executive Director of the Institute for Digital Innovation, who explains how higher education can play a pivotal role in 2024. Join us for this important conversation on the next QTS Experience. 

 

Kamaljeet Sanghera, PhD:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kammy-sanghera-8785a917/

Episode 186; Sam Prudhomme: Data Center Site Selection

Data Center markets are usually referred to as “Tiers”. For example Northern, VA would be considered tier 1. This week I am joined by Sam Prudhomme, President at Accelevation, LLC's Data Center Business Unit. Sam helps us understand Data Center market tiers, and if this is still relevant in the new era of Data Center Growth.

 

Sam Prudhomme: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-prudhomme-9b132720/

Episode 185; Dan Flores: Learning Lessons from our past to protect our future.

This week I am joined by American Historian and Author Dan Flores. Dan shares stories and experiences from his latest book: “Wild New World”. With the explosion of Artificial Intelligence and other future tech, knowing our past enables us to guide our future.
Dan Flores: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Flores
Wild New World: https://www.amazon.com/Wild-New-World-Animals-America/dp/1324006161

Episode 184; Mike Netzer: Predicting the unpredictable world of Data Center Growth

his week I’m joined by Mike Netzer VP Sales at Data Center Hawk. Mike helps us understand the changing trends and inflection points in the most dynamic industry on earth.
Mike Netzer https://www.linkedin.com/in/netzer/
Datacenter Hawk: https://datacenterhawk.com/

Episode 183; Alan Howard: Small Modular Reactors, Data Centers, Sustainability

This week I’m joined by Alan Howard a Principal Analyst, Cloud & Data Center Research Practice at Omdia. Alan and I discussed the developing conversation about the potential of Small Modular Reactors (SMR) as part of a future Data Center energy grid.

Alan Howard https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-howard-8718612/
Nuclear Regulatory Commission https://www.nrc.gov/about-nrc.html
American Nuclear Society https://www.ans.org/
Our World in Data https://ourworldindata.org/

Episode 182: Adam Levine