Featured in the Mann Report for August 2013, under "Tech Buzz," is "It All Comes Down to Reliability: A Close Look into Data Centers, Fiber, Manhattan and More." The joint article is contributed by Robert Bianco, VP and General Manager for tw telecom Manhattan; and Michael G. Morris, Executive Managing Director for NGKF Data Center Consulting Group.
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It All Comes Down to Reliability: A Close Look into Data Centers, Fiber, Manhattan and More
Whether a small business, an enterprise, or a huge conglomerate, it is evident why data centers are crucial for all in today's complex business environment.
In any industry, reliable data storage for business continuation strategies, along with fast, secure, scalable data transfer for multi-location, cloud-enabled applications are core business requirements.
For commercial property owners, failure is not an option when it comes to managing critical facilities. To minimize risk, building owners must not only ensure that the building is designed with the latest technology and backup/recovery systems, but they also must allow providers who will ensure strong, reliable and secure network connections for their tenants.
One example of a successful building-tenant relationship refers to the experience of James Caseley, Partner and Executive Managing Director, Leasing and Management for ABS Partners Real Estate in New York.
"It is my top priority to cater to our building tenants in every area, including network connectivity," said Caseley. "When I think of true service providers, tw telecom omes to mind. I recommend tw telecom to my tenants due to its reliability and autonomy."
Within Manhattan, tw telecom boasts over 175 miles of solid fiber-based business Ethernet networks that presently serve hundreds of Manhattan-area buildings.
Fiber Wins
When honing in on what makes a data center most reliable, it is important to start with the basis of connectivity and what powers the data center. The need for dependable bandwidth applies to all industries, and businesses are in search of network providers who can offer low latency, diverse routes, scalability and reliable service.
In the race between copper and fiber, by today's standards, fiber is the unambiguous winner. Offering higher bandwidth capacity than copper, fiber is also lightweight, more durable and non-flammable unlike copper that carries electrical currents, posing fire concerns.
Building property managers are more open and willing to spend the capital required to complete a fiber build and properly service their customers.
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