Originally posted on Compu Dynamics.
Discover how AI is transforming mission‑critical infrastructure: From modular data center design and liquid cooling to extreme power density to purpose‑built AI facilities, Steve Altizer, President and CEO of Compu Dynamics, covers these topics in this recent conversation.
At PTC 2026 in Hawaii, Isabel Paradis of HOT TELECOM held a discussion with Altizer to discuss how AI is reshaping the way modular data centers are designed now and in the future.
AI Is Rewriting the Rules of Data Center Design
AI is transforming data centers. While many are still trying to shoehorn AI workloads into traditional designs, that approach is only going to last a few more years. Hyperscalers are leading the way into an AI‑centric future, where liquid cooling – once a specialty – is now becoming standard across the industry.
Retrofitting conventional colo or cloud facilities for AI is not ideal. It’s not as cost effective as doing something that’s purpose built, yet building AI‑only facilities also carries risk, because repurposing that heavy investment later is difficult. The industry is therefore moving toward modular infrastructure, which allows for hybrid, purpose‑built AI facilities that remain flexible enough to serve a range of customers.
To continue reading, please click here.
