To colocate or not to colocate?
03 April 2025
Is colocation the future for the UK’s IT sector? Does in-house data centre ownership still make sense amidst rising energy prices and skills shortages? We chat with industry experts to find out what to expect in the years to come…
As UK enterprises navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape, the debate between colocation and in-house data centre capacity has never been more relevant. With rising economic pressures, energy costs, and sustainability concerns, many businesses are reassessing their IT strategies to determine the most efficient, cost-effective, and scalable approach.
Find out more How the UK can restore its former glory in network management
03 April 2025
Ian Smith, Head of UKTIN
Driven by globalisation and outsourcing, the UK’s leading position globally in network technology and management has been increasingly challenged over the past few decades.
Our country is now too reliant on technology designed and manufactured abroad, with networks managed in outsourced centres across the globe. As the world moves into a more unstable period, this leaves the UK in a vulnerable position which needs to be addressed.
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Pulsant expands UK data centre network with acquisition of SCC facilities
02 April 2025
Pulsant has announced its intent to acquire two data centres from technology solutions and services provider SCC, marking a strategic move to bolster its edge infrastructure platform, platformEDGE™. This acquisition represents a significant step in Pulsant's geographical expansion, enhancing its existing network of 12 data centres across the UK.
The deal will encompass SCC’s data centres in Birmingham and Fareham, alongside the transfer of a robust portfolio of colocation-only clients to Pulsant. This transition is expected to provide long-term stability and growth opportunities for existing clients, team members, and the facilities themselves.
Find out more Cloud: the future is hybrid
02 April 2025
Is the future of business computing hybrid? What should enterprises consider when it comes to their cloud needs, and how big an impact is automation playing?
As UK enterprises navigate an increasingly digital landscape, hybrid cloud has emerged as the preferred approach for managing IT infrastructure. A combination of on-premises, private cloud, and public cloud environments, hybrid cloud promises flexibility, resilience, and efficiency. But is it truly the future of cloud computing?
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