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What qualities are essential
for success in the data centre
industry?
What advice would you give to
someone who wanted to enter
the industry?
enacity is de昀椀nitely the 昀椀rst quality I’d highlight
for anyone looking to succeed in the data
centre industry. Along with that, strategic
thinking is crucial. You need the ability to think longterm, understand market trends, and translate these
into actionable business strategies.
T
f a younger woman is looking to enter the industry,
she should de昀椀nitely have a passion for technology,
innovation, and thinking out-of-the-box because
this business is constantly evolving. This is an agile
business and you need to be able to reinvent yourself
continually as new things are always coming up.
I
Building and maintaining a strong network is also
vital for conducting business effectively in this 昀椀eld.
A robust network doesn’t just support business
dealings—it also helps you understand industry
dynamics quickly and reduce risks effectively.
For example, when there are limited resources - like
land and power - it’s important to be strategic and
utilise your network to secure these resources in the
right locations and at the right prices. These are longterm investments. Your network can help lower the
risks associated with the high stakes of the data
centre industry.
When someone new enters this market, it’s crucial they
understand what is driving the market now. But it’s
also important to look ahead and consider what will
impact the market in the future and how technology
changes the world. This business is closely aligned with
other businesses—it’s not isolated. So wherever there’s
growth in technology use and data, there will be a
need for more data centres.
So, combining tenacity, strategic thinking, a strong
network, and an understanding of the critical
resources like land and power are all essential for
success in this industry.
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And, of course, tenacity—that is the core foundation.
I always say, build your spine. That’s what gives you
that tenacity. This blend of understanding, forwardthinking, and resilience will not only help you get into
the industry but thrive in it as well.
