Modernization meets a wall: Federal agencies face outdated IT infrastructure, stretched procurement and deployment cycles, and escalating demands for AI capabilities for public services. Prefabricated modular data centers (PMDCs) offer a scalable, fast solution to achieve operational goals without overhauling legacy systems.
Vertiv and Dell Technologies join forces to offer insights in a white paper titled "Modernizing Federal IT with AI-Ready Modular Data Centers: Gain Speed, Security, and Customization" on how both companies deliver comprehensive PMDC solutions tailored to federal agencies' operational, technical, and compliance needs.
At-a-glance: The PMDC advantage
Federal missions demand a faster path to AI, resilient infrastructure in remote conditions, and customized solutions for complex scenarios. Here’s how PMDCs help overcome current challenges with precision and speed.
Comparison of prefabricated modular data centers (PMDCs) vs. stick-built data centers |
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| Feature | PMDCs | Traditional Data Centers |
| Time to deploy | 10 to 18 months | Up to 6 years |
| Cost efficiency | Lower waste and manageable operational expenses (OpEx) | High upfront capital expense (CapEx) investment |
| Scalability | Stackable, repeatable architecture | Limited to site-specific design |
| Technology refresh cycle | Every 36-72 months | Rare, long upgrade cycles |
| Compliance | Pre-certified across sites | Requires step-by-step validation |
| Security standards | Meets FISMA, FedRAMP, and ICD 705 requirements | Custom-built per site |
Vertiv and Dell Technologies deploy and reduce time-to-market (TTM) modern AI solutions to empower federal agencies and accelerate progress, drive innovation, and seamlessly scale to meet dynamic mission objectives.
How PMDCs change the game
- High-density compute capacity: Support demanding AI workloads with up to 100 kW per module, utilizing modern GPU clusters and liquid or immersion cooling.
- Agile deployment options: Adaptable for core, edge, hybrid, or cloud-adjacent deployments, meeting both short and long-term operational needs.
- Energy efficiency: Lower embodied carbon, optimized cooling solutions, and reduced resource consumption align with federal environmental mandates.
- Rugged mobility: Engineered for disaster response, harsh environments, and remote locations, including lightweight designs for easy transport by air or sea.
- Integrated security: Offers zero-trust cyber-resilient designs with tiered physical and network protection layers.
Why this paper is a must-read
- Achieve rapid AI readiness while cutting deployment timelines by months or years.
- Optimize costs with modular solutions that align with federal funding cycles and OpEx preferences.
- Get future-ready infrastructural capabilities with well-aligned technology refreshes and modern GPUs.
- Tackle real-world deployment scenarios, from battlefield support to disaster recovery operations.
- Meet stringent compliance needs without added complexity or delays.
