Conference Day Two
7:30 am Check-In, Coffee & Networking
8:00 am Chair’s Opening Remarks
Improving Supply Chain Visibility
8:10 am Boosting Supply Chain Visibility & Reliability to Overcome Long Lead Times & Rising Costs
Synopsis
- Exploring strategies for integrating bulk buying, favorable contracts, and alternative materials into projects at a portfolio level to creating tangible results
- Understanding how to effectively communicate with suppliers to gain better visibility of your critical equipment to prevent cost escalation and scheduling delays
- Exploring strategies like expanding factory capacity to meet rising demand for essential equipment
8:50 am Roadmap for Designing and Cooling the Next Generation Data Center
Synopsis
- Delivering and scaling the correct technology, and doing it efficiently when it comes to data center design and cooling
- Finding the balance between TCO and ROI
- Using recycled and environmentally friendly products in the white space to promote sustainability goals and gain LEED points
9:20 am Audience Breakouts: Exploring Regional Solutions to Better Align With Local Dynamics
Synopsis
This session will divide attendees into focused groups to share insights and address regional-specific issues, fostering collaborative problem-solving and strategic planning. Build a clearer understanding of local industry dynamics and drive collective solutions in your current region or one you want to break into.
Coastal
California
Pacific Northwest
Oregon &
Washington
Southwest
Utah, Arizona &
New Mexico
Mountain West
Idaho &
Nevada
10:10 am Morning Refreshments & Networking
Achieve Sustainability Goals
10:40 am Fireside Chat: Improving Project Planning to Decarbonize Data Centers & Meet ESG Goals
Synopsis
- Examining the cost-benefit analysis of sustainable practices versus traditional methods
- Setting and tracking sustainability targets to ensure project goals are met
- Exploring lower carbon solutions to building materials such as steel and concrete to reduce carbon emissions
11:20 am Fireside Chat: Realigning the Perception of Data Centers With the Local Community to Foster Support & Enhance Growth
Synopsis
- Evaluating alternative practices to give back power and water to the local community
- Assessing engagement programs with the local community to provide support and access to opportunities
- Building and communicating a true image of data centers to change perception and get local regulatory and community buy in
12:00 pm Mastering Water Stewardship & Efficiency in Data Center Construction
Synopsis
- Exploring how the whole project team, from client to contractor, can help to develop water-reduction standards and applications
- Understanding and managing water risk to proactively address potential water supply issues and better align with local resources
- Achieving water replenishment and neutrality, contributing positively to local water resources and community needs
Optimize Field Performance
10:40 am Assessing Internal Training Practices to Upskill Talent, Meeting the Growing Industry Demand
Synopsis
- Implementing internal development programs such as mentorship and bootcamps to upskill your field and project team
- Developing advanced training programs that push inexperienced and new employees to a point of competency
- Leveraging technology and digital tools to enhance training effectiveness and track progress
11:20 am Case Study: Optimizing Data Utilization to Track, Report & Inform Decision-Making on Field Performance
Synopsis
- Establishing industry benchmarks in critical KPIs to better align what good looks like in project delivery
- Identifying and tracking key metrics such as man hours, on time delivery rates, prefab hours, and RFIs to meet efficiency and productivity goals
- Using data to create actionable plans for future projects to improve future performance
12:00 pm Case Study: Establishing an Iterative Commissioning Process to Mitigate Schedule Delays
Synopsis
- Understanding the stages of commissioning to properly prepare your facility and reduce unexpected delays
- Assessing best practice in energizing equipment to align with the overall project sequence
- Implementing proactive troubleshooting and testing protocols to identify and address potential issues early, ensuring smoother transitions and reducing unexpected delays
12:40 pm Networking Lunch
Overcoming Local Infrastructure & Permitting Bottlenecks
1:40 pm Panel Discussion: Building Local Infrastructure to Support Data Center Development in Remote Locations
Synopsis
- Building local infrastructure through collaboration with state officials to support the construction process and wider resource requirements
- Ensuring workforce availability and housing solutions are available to make sure labor needs are met without overwhelming the local community
- Engaging and securing the right local contractors to facilitate the job across multiple, highly-skilled trades
2:20 pm Working with Local Jurisdictions & Permitting Officials to Meet Regulatory Requirements & Minimize Project Delays
Synopsis
- Gaining insights into the varying permitting processes between different jurisdictions to navigate and expedite regulatory approvals
- Discovering strategies for establishing proactive relationships with local jurisdictions and permitting officials to streamline project approvals
- Understanding how to address local concerns, including safety and aesthetic requirements, to ensure compliance and community support