Many companies used to keep servers in a special room at the office. The air conditioning had to stay on, power had to be stable, and someone had to be ready if something went wrong in the middle of the night.
Now more are moving to colocation. The servers still belong to you, but they are placed in a facility that is already prepared for that.
What usually becomes troublesome at the office
Power can go out. Air conditioning can break. The room can get hot. And if something goes wrong at night, it is hard to handle quickly.
Electricity and maintenance costs also keep running. There is also the risk of fire or flood that could affect the servers.
What you get in colocation
Colocation facilities usually already have backup power, cooling designed for servers, and tighter physical security.
You can still access the servers when needed, or ask for remote hands help. Internet connectivity there is also usually better because it is close to exchanges.
If you need stable infrastructure for the business, colocation and connectivity services at Platinum can be a practical choice. Many companies use Platinum data center and hosting services so they can focus on the core business, not server matters.
Things to consider before moving
Calculate the total cost: electricity, air conditioning, people on duty, versus monthly colocation fees. Often the difference is not that big, and it can even be cheaper when counted fully.
Also make sure there is clear access and a reliable SLA.
Moving servers does need preparation. But many feel calmer once the servers are no longer at the office. Technical matters are more managed, and the team can focus on other work.
