The design standards most frequently used to classify data centers are not directly promoting innovation, sustainable energy use and energy efficiency. These standards include BICSI, ANSI/TIA 942 and UI, which are used to categorize data centers by class (e.g. BICSI 0-3 and UI Tier I to IV). This briefing argues that, alongside the existing “fixed harness” availability standards, the data center industry needs a more inclusive classification standard that will account for visionary designs that leverage resilience, sustainability and efficiency.

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