What's New at Data Center World
We all know it's essential to keep up with the day-to-day management of the data center. Still, staying informed about what lies over the horizon that might seriously impact your data center's performance is also critical. Stay ahead of the curve, and prepare to manage people, processes, and technologies in new and innovative ways.
Here's what to expect at Data Center World:
- Speed Networking: Impactful connections are what Data Center World is known for. This lively, interactive experience is the perfect way to expand your professional circle and build new connections. Don't miss this opportunity to break the ice, share insights, and form valuable connections that could last well beyond the event.
- Evolved Conference Sessions for Today’s Data Center Leader: Supported by a Conference Advisory Board comprised of thought leaders spanning every data center discipline and interest, Data Center World is the only global conference that continuously and consistently adjusts sessions, goals, and research based on emerging trends in the industry.
- The Investor Forum provides institutional investors, private equity and wealth managers, brokers, real estate investors and advisory service providers with comprehensive updates on market trends, regulatory changes, impacts from AI, and technological advancements that are shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
- Careers, Networking, and Development—Data Center World continues to support innovative programs that help build the industry's future while ensuring it welcomes professionals from diverse backgrounds and interests.
- Omdia Analyst Summit - The Summit features expert data center and cloud Analysts who will cover the latest technical observations and market forecasts.
- Expanded Expo Hall Hours - So many exhibitors, so little time! You asked for more time to visit with exhibitors and we're making this happen. With over 240+ solution providers to meet with and learn from, expanded expo hours will enable you to visit with all of them!
- PowerUp Program - Due to tremendous success, Data Center World is excited to bring back the PowerUp Program for a fourth consecutive year. This initiative educates and motivates students currently in technical or electrical fields of study.
Whether you are an industry veteran or new to the market, the learning and networking opportunities at Data Center World will give you the skills and insight that put you at the leading edge of the industry. Data Center World delivers emerging concepts, sound advice and best practices to address today's urgent challenges and help data center leaders stay at the forefront of the industry.
Omdia Analyst Summit
Omdia’s Cloud and Data Center Research Practice returned for its third annual Analyst Summit, presenting a third party, vendor-agnostic perspective on industry and technology trend. During the 2024 event the team shared its latest technical observations and market forecasts, and took a deep dive into what data center operators should bear in mind as they address the unprecedented demand for AI.
Stay tuned for more information on the 2025 Omdia Analyst Summit.
Evolved Conference Sessions for Today’s Data Center Leader
Supported by a Conference Advisory Board comprised of thought leaders spanning every data center discipline and interest, Data Center World is the only global conference that continuously and consistently adjusts sessions, goals, and research based on emerging trends in the industry. This year’s content offerings cover critical industry trends like legacy and generative AI and its significant demands, widespread labor shortages, power resourcing – including renewable and low carbon energy sources, new designs aimed at efficiency and sustainability, and improving diversity, inclusion, and equity in the data center space.
New! Speed Networking
Impactful connections are what Data Center World is known for. Speed Networking, new to Data Center World 2025, this lively, interactive experience is the perfect way to expand your professional circle and build new connections. In just one hour, you will engage in 15 dynamic conversations that will leave you inspired and energized for what’s next. Don't miss this opportunity to break the ice, share insights, and form valuable connections that could last well beyond the event. Along with this new offering, plan to attend and make time for all of our networking opportunities.
Innovative Programming
Data Center World continues to support innovative programs that help build the future of the industry, while ensuring it welcomes professionals from diverse backgrounds and interests. Programs like the Power Up Program, the Women in Data Centers Workshop and Reception, the Innovation Challenge, and the University Volunteer Program support the data center community. And, as we know, data centers are not all about serious issues; enter the Rack and Stack and Game Zone competitions to show off your skills and have fun!
