When it comes to crunching huge amounts of data, technology will always reign supreme, and the future of the data centre most certainly lies in the machine rather than the man. But are we ready to put so much faith in technology? Mark Fenton, product manager at Future Facilities explores the role simulation has to play in getting AI right without the risk. Whether we like it or not, the future will be completely defined, supported and optimised by data. As networks of smart devices and vehicles grow from conception to a mass-produced reality, data remains the driving force behind next generation technology. However, alongside this rise in demand comes a significant influx in the amount of data that needs to be managed.

Artificial intelligence is expected to transform a wide range of industries, as simple tasks are automated and carried out by machines. The IT sector is no different, with machine learning algorithms increasingly being targeted at automating and improving data centre operations. A notable example has been Google, which recently revealed that it is using its own DeepMind technology to manage power consumption at its huge server farms, reducing the amount of electricity needed by 40 percent. There is also potential for AI technology to automate functions carried out by IT operations teams. Machine learning offers a way to manage infrastructure and react quickly to faults without human intervention.

Artificial intelligence is expected to transform a wide range of industries, as simple tasks are automated and carried out by machines. The IT sector is no different, with machine learning algorithms increasingly being targeted at automating and improving data centre operations. A notable example has been Google, which recently revealed that it is using its own DeepMind technology to manage power consumption at its huge server farms, reducing the amount of electricity needed by 40 percent. There is also potential for AI technology to automate functions carried out by IT operations teams. Machine learning offers a way to manage infrastructure and react quickly to faults without human intervention.