Our 2025 Themes Include

Take a macro view of the data centre industry, considering the impact of future tech, climate action, and geopolitics on global data centre strategies.

Explore the emerging trends and best practices from across the globe, including net-zero commitments, decarbonising efforts, and AI-driven operations.

Delegates will consider the role of hyperscalers, the intersection of edge and cloud technologies, and exciting future possibilities like off-land data centres.

We will also tackle how to remain resilient in the face of world events like Brexit or geopolitical conflicts that impact data centre operation and management.

Operating data centres on a global scale requires a deep understanding of diverse regulatory environments. The complexities of managing compliance across different jurisdictions will be explored, while focusing on data protection laws, environmental regulations, and industry standards.

Key topics include aligning with GDPR, CCPA, and other regional data privacy laws, adhering to sustainability and energy efficiency requirements, and implementing robust governance frameworks.

Ensuring the security of data centres is paramount in today's interconnected and threat-prone digital landscape.

This topic will explore the advanced measures and strategies necessary to protect these critical infrastructures from evolving cyber threats, physical breaches, and other vulnerabilities.

By focusing on comprehensive security practices, organisations can safeguard their data centres, ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of the essential data and services they host.

The modernisation of data centre infrastructure is pivotal for meeting the demands of the digital age, with the latest advancements in edge computing, colocation services, and hyperscale data centres being key areas.

By embracing these modern infrastructures, organisations can enhance their data processing capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the landscape of data centres, bringing unprecedented levels of efficiency and performance.

This theme explores how AI technologies are being integrated into data centre operations to optimise resource management, enhance cooling and energy efficiency, and automate routine tasks.

By leveraging AI, data centres can achieve higher operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve service reliability, positioning themselves at the forefront of technological innovation and sustainability.

Building a strong data workforce culture that prioritises people is essential for leveraging data to drive innovation and success.

This topic explores strategies to create a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment for data professionals.

By adopting a people-focused approach, organisations can enhance employee engagement, attract top talent, and harness diverse perspectives to drive more effective and innovative data solutions, ultimately leading to a more dynamic and resilient business.

Investing in data centres is becoming increasingly attractive as the demand for digital infrastructure soars.

This theme examines the financial aspects of data centre investments from an investor's perspective, focusing on growth opportunities and potential returns.

By gaining insights into the economic drivers and strategic considerations, investors can make informed decisions to capitalise on the burgeoning data centre market, ensuring sustainable growth and robust returns.