Cloud Computing vs Colocation: What’s Right for Your Business?
If you’re weighing up how to future-proof your infrastructure, there’s a good chance you’ve landed on two familiar options: cloud computing and colocation. On the surface, they both let you move beyond traditional, in-house IT setups – but they take very different paths to get there. One offers speed, flexibility, and pay-as-you-go ease. The other […]
What Is a Co-Location Facility, And Why Might You Need One?
Running servers in-house works, until it doesn’t. Maybe your business is outgrowing its current setup, or you’ve hit a wall with cooling, power, or space. Maybe your IT team is spending more time keeping things running than focusing on what’s next. A co-location facility can take that weight off your shoulders. It’s a practical way […]
Neuroscientist Interview: AI Models and Hallucinations, How to Build an AI Enabled Application
“The magic of consciousness happens on 20 watts,” but the energy demands of today’s LLM’s far exceeds this. Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword – it’s reshaping everything from workplace productivity to national infrastructure. In the latest episode of In Conversation With, we explore whether the rise of AI is creating the need […]
Introducing ‘In Conversation With’ Our New Podcast Series
We are thrilled to launch our new podcast series, ‘In Conversation With’, where we team up with key leaders from the data centre, and wider technology industry, to bring you insightful discussions on the hottest topics. To kick off the series, we thought it would be perfect to introduce you to Stewart Laing, CEO and […]
Is It Time for UK & EU Businesses to Rethink Their Dependence on U.S. Cloud Giants?
Is It Time for UK & EU Businesses to Rethink Their Dependence on U.S. Cloud Giants? A quiet storm is brewing amongst ID decision makers and business leaders across Europe. This time around, the conversation is not only around cloud costs or service – it’s about sovereignty and control. With the return of Donald Trump […]
Beyond the hype: why the distinction between AI models needs to be considered when investing in AI data centre infrastructure
Unveiling its AI Opportunities Action Plan at the start of 2025, the UK government announced it has secured £14bn from private sector partners to help build brand new AI data centres across the country. The infrastructure – which could see several such facilities built around the UK – is required, say ministers, to take full […]
Colocation of Servers: A Guide for Growing Businesses
When a business begins to outgrow its in-house IT setup, it’s often the server room that shows the strain first. Equipment overheats, power supply becomes patchy, and physical space runs out fast. Rather than building more infrastructure from scratch, many companies look to server colocation as a practical alternative. This form of colocation services allows […]
What Is Data Centre Colocation? A Guide for UK Businesses
When your current server room starts feeling a little too snug, or your IT setup is growing faster than your space can handle, data centre colocation might be just what you need. It’s a smart middle ground between running your own infrastructure and moving fully to the cloud – perfect for businesses looking for a […]
In Conversation with Sarah Montague, BBC World at One
A couple of weeks ago, we had the privilege of welcoming Sarah Montague from BBC 4’s World at One programme to our Farnborough data centre to discuss the vital role data centres play in supporting the UK’s modern economy. In an in-depth conversation with our Chief Revenue Officer, Cathal Griffin, we explored the rising demand […]
Cloud repatriation – is it right for your business?
In recent years, the rapid adoption of public cloud has transformed the IT landscape, offering businesses agility and scalability, all whilst dangling a cost saving carrot. Fast forward and after 10 years of public cloud, a growing trend has emerged: cloud repatriation. This involves organisations moving all or part of their data, applications, or infrastructure […]
