As data centre demands grow, so does the need for innovative connectivity solutions. Emerging technologies such as OM5 fibre, Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE), and ultra-dense cabling systems are redefining how businesses build and manage their network infrastructures.

The digital infrastructure landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. With the rise of data centres, smart buildings, 5G, and artificial intelligence, businesses face increasing demands for high-speed connectivity, scalability, and energy efficiency. How do owners and building planners get ahead of this evolution to deliver solutions that meet these challenges head on?

Data centres come in many different shapes and sizes and with that vast differences in how cabling is used. In this article we will focus on the traditional enterprise data centres. What are its needs and how do these impact the cabling infrastructure?

Over 30 years ago, network cabling progressed from disparate proprietary systems to standardised universal structured cabling. This common network topology is based on twisted-pair copper and fibre optic cabling. The intention is to enable buildings to be pre-cabled in a way that would support any type of ICT system. In this post we will look at some of the main Standardisation bodies and the cabling standards they have published.

Enterprise Data Centres need to prepare for the next technology evolution to accommodate the incessant increase of data generation. 100G is set to become the next speed for the core or spine network. Different variants of protocols for 100G Ethernet are now available using multimode fibre. This post focuses on various options ranging from parallel to duplex transmission.