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Season 2 Episode 7 (Part A & B)

“Empowering The Future of Sustainability in the Data Center"

In today’s rapidly advancing technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) are at the forefront of driving unprecedented changes across industries. These technologies are not just buzzwords; they are reshaping how we process data, make decisions, and solve complex problems. AI, with its ability to learn from vast amounts of data, and HPC, with its capacity to perform quadrillions of calculations per second, are revolutionizing the way we think about computing power.

This massive energy consumption not only drives up operational costs but also poses significant challenges in terms of cooling and sustainability. Data centers, the backbone of these operations, are thus forced to rethink their designs and operational strategies to accommodate these demands efficiently and sustainably.

As we dive into this topic, several critical questions arise:

  1. What transformative changes must the data center industry undergo? How will the design and operation of data centers evolve to meet the demands of AI and HPC?

  2. Can sustainability goals be achieved amidst these changes? What innovations and strategies are being employed to ensure that data centers can support these technologies in an environmentally friendly way?

  3. Given the complexities and challenges involved, what steps must be taken? What measures are already in place, and what more needs to be done to optimize the integration of AI and HPC into data centers?
HOST: DINI PRIADI
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Sanjay Motwani (Vice President – APAC; White Space – Legrand Data Center Solutions)

2. Wysnu Eka Lesmana (Vice President of Infrastructure Business – Sinar Mas Land)

Season 2 Episode 6 (Part A & B)

“Overcoming Challenges in Creating Sustainable Data Centers in Indonesia"

In this episode, we discuss pathways that can lead us to achieving sustainability in Data Centers and the digital world in general:

  1. Data Center development in Indonesia

  2. Ways of balancing cooling needs with energy consumption efficiency

  3. Environmental impact generated by the energy usage of Data Centers

  4. Efforts for balancing electrical needs

  5. The most ideal renewable energy for Data Centers

  6. Ways of solving the lack of talent problem

  7. Efforts done to support the net zero carbon goals of Data Centers

HOST: Prisca Winata
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Chandra Irawan (Country Manager (President Director) Indonesia, Pure Data Centres Group/Head of Energy, IDPRO (Indonesia Data Center Providers Organization))

2. Mario Leonardo Tjandra (Sales Director, PT Vertiv Technology Indonesia)

Season 2 Episode 5 (Part A & B)

“Challenges of the Sales and Marketing Profession in the Data Center Industry in Indonesia"

In this episode, we discuss about talents in the Sales and Marketing field in the Data Center industry covering the following topics:

  1. The development of the Data Center industry in AREA 31 and Telkom

  2. Data Center services that could become Ancillary Revenue

  3. The strategy of those in Data Center sales and marketing

  4. Industries targeted by Data Centers

  5. The capacity and competence gap between Indonesians and International sales team 

  6. Ways of keeping the sales and marketing talents from being hijacked

  7. Challenges faced by the sales and marketing talents in understanding customer expectations
  8. Competence needed by sales and marketing talents
  9. Steps to eliminate the perspective regarding the complexity of the Data Center industry
  10. Innovations in the recruitment process to make sure the talents can optimally serve the client 

  11. Ways top management ensure talents can keep up with the digital acceleration

  12.  The importance of certification

  13. The importance of investing in vocational training

HOST: karina saridewi
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Edi Sugianto (Director, AREA 31)

2. Muhammad Rofik (Executive Vice President of Wholesale Service Division, Telkom Indonesia)

Season 2 Episode 4 (Part A & B)

“The Talent Scarcity in Data Center Operations in Indonesia"

In this episode, we discuss the talent situation amid the Data Center boom in Indonesia covering the following topics:

 

  1. The state of Data Center operational talent in Indonesia
  2. Challenges faced when dealing with various clients in the Data Center field
  3. Potential solutions for the Data Center talent scarcity problem
  4. Other aspects of Data Centers affected by talent scarcity 
  5. The effect of talent scarcity on budget and security in a Data Center
  6. Most sought-after Data Center positions in the future 
  7. Certified talent and skills needed to work in Data Centers
  8. The downside of outsourcing Data Center talent
  9. Workforce compensation in Indonesian Data Centers
  10. Strategies for optimizing Data Center operational costs
  11. Salary comparison between Data Center talents and those in other IT (Information Technology) fields
HOST: Veny adilia puspasari
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Maradu Sianturi (Senior Facility Manager, CBRE)

2. Carel Hukom (Human Resource Manager, PT. CBN Nusantara)

Season 2 Episode 3 (Part A & B)

“Are We Ready for A.I? : Transforming Data Centers for the Future "

In this episode, we discuss about A.I in Data Center in Indonesia covering the following topics :

  1. The Impact of AI Development on Indonesia’s Data Center Industry
  2. How Indonesian Data Centers Prepare for the AI Boom?
  3. Exploring Cutting-Edge Technologies with Retrofit Concepts, Eliminating the Need for Significant Data Hall Renovations
  4. Are Cloud Providers the Primary Customers of Data Center Lease in Indonesia?
  5. Will the Growth of AI Alter Data Center Infrastructure in Terms of Design and Location Selection?
  6. Essential Steps for Non-AI Data Centers to Transition into AI-Ready Facilities
  7. Is it possible for Data Centers located outside the city to transform into AI Data Centers?
  8. Are AI Data Centers conflict with sustainability goals?
  9. Are there already Data Centers in Indonesia utilizing renewable energy?
  10. Implementation of AI & Cybersecurity curriculum in vocational high schools
  11. Does the development of blockchain affect Data Centers in Indonesia?
  12. Other factors to consider with the presence of AI
  13. What is the demand for AI Data Centers in Indonesia currently like?
HOST: Ayu Saptarika
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Hazlan Hezri (Senior Program Manager, Microsoft)

2. Bizardy Ilham (Data Center Solutions Manager, Legrand Indonesia)

Season 2 Episode 2 (Part A & B)

“Data Center Project Construction & Management: Revealing What’s Going On Behind The Curtain"

In this episode, we discuss about Data Center Project Construction & Management covering the following topics :

  1. Opportunities and challenges have arisen due to data center rapid expansion in Indonesia.
  2. Parties that are involved in data center construction.
  3. The evolution of site selection for constructing a new data center over the past 10 years.
  4. Is DC supposed to be working in 24 hours?
  1. Overcoming the domino effect of delays in the supply chain.
  2. Is the 2-year lead time still applicable?
  3. The implication of AI on future data center design
  4. Ensuring that a skilled and efficient workforce is available in Indonesia
  5. Trends in the Data Center Industry.
  6. Is there any possibility that the power comes from nuclear sources?
HOST: Intan tiara dewi
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Stephanus Tumbelaka (Former Managing Director, Princeton Digital Group)

2. Chris Yates (Former Project Director, Pure Data Centres Group)

Season 2 Episode 1(Part A & B)

“GREEN DATA CENTER: Opportunities & Implementation Challenges in Indonesia"

In this episode, we discuss about Green Data Center covering the following topics :

  • Data Centers and Emissions: Exploring the Impact.
  • The Crucial Need for Green Data Centers.
  • Fossil Fuel-Free Operation: A Possibility for Data Centers?
  • Key Components for Transitioning to Green Data Centers.
  • Diversifying Energy Usage in the Data Center Industry.
  • Solar Panel Regulations in the Data Center Sector.
  • Certifications for Green Data Centers: Are They Available?
  • Achievable Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) in Indonesia.
  • PUE of 1.0: A Dream or a Reality?
  • Unveiling Massive Investments: Building and Operating Green Data Centers.
HOST: Rajeni ray
Invited Subject matter expertS:

1. Dondy Bappedyanto (Chief Executive Officer, PT Biznet Gio Nusantara)

2. Wisnoe Pribadi (Head od Green DC Standard & White Paper Draft, IDPRO)