The efficient delivery of data centres relies on collaboration and technology. (Image: Stantec)
The world is experiencing an unprecedented boom in digital infrastructure, with data centres at the core, driven by growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and data-intensive services. Global data centre spending is on track to reach $400 billion by 2027, as technology giants such as Microsoft and Meta race to expand their footprints to support next-generation AI models and cloud workloads.
This surge in demand brings a new set of challenges for data centre design and construction. Delivering these hyperscale facilities requires not only significant capital investment but also intricate coordination across architecture, engineering and construction teams.
A multidimensional challenge
Data centre construction is defined by complexity. Timelines are often fast-tracked, with design for large facilities sometimes completed in as little as 10 weeks. The work demands multidisciplinary coordination, integrating architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical systems. Projects also involve vast data and model sizes, with hundreds of thousands of components, while requiring stringent regulatory and security compliance across jurisdictions. The stakes are high, and mistakes can cost millions.
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Because data centres support sensitive cloud infrastructure for governments, financial institutions and global enterprises, there is greater emphasis on data security, compliance and accountability throughout the construction process.
Amid these challenges, the industry is embracing innovative strategies to keep pace. Modular design and prefabrication are increasingly used to accelerate delivery and improve scalability. Integrated project delivery frameworks are gaining traction, aligning stakeholders and encouraging open communication from concept to completion.
Enabling successful delivery
In this dynamic environment, collaboration and technology are key to delivering these complex builds on time and on budget. Tools that centralise design and construction workflows, streamline coordination and enable real-time issue resolution are essential.
One example is Revizto, a platform helping teams deliver high-performance data centres faster and more securely. By providing centralised issue tracking, real-time clash detection and seamless communication in 3D and 2D, it enables project teams to manage complex builds with confidence. Used by engineering and construction firms worldwide, Revizto supports professionals in building the backbone of the digital economy safely, collaboratively and at speed.
Download Revizto’s white paper, The Infrastructure Behind Innovation, to learn more.
