Emily Newman discusses NJFX's partnership with local and federal governments, emphasizing preparedness through blue sky planning and on-site fuel availability.
She discusses a recent event where canine units conducted test runs to ensure the data center's environment didn't compromise their detection capabilities.
This is crucial for maintaining critical infrastructure without disrupting equipment.
Joshua Feinberg highlights the importance of professional risk management, noting that concerns like natural disasters and terrorism keep IT managers and CTOs awake at night.
He underscores the necessity of addressing these serious issues in addition to more pleasant aspects of their roles.
This video is excerpted from the podcast Ep. #32 Emily Newman, Marketing and PR Manager of NJFX | Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast.
Action Items
- Coordinate with local and federal government partners.
- Continue conducting test runs with canine units to ensure they can effectively detect planted materials in the data center environment.
- Educate the police force on the proper procedures for entering the data center without causing any damage to the equipment.
- Implement robust risk management strategies to address natural disasters, terrorism, and other threats to the data center's critical infrastructure.
Outline
Partnership with Local and Federal Governments
- Emily Newman discusses the partnership with local and federal governments, emphasizing the importance of on-site fuel availability.
- She mentions the blue sky planning initiative, which involves coordination with authorities to ensure preparedness.
- Emily highlights a recent event in which canine units from New Jersey conducted test runs at their facility to assess their detection capabilities in a data center environment.
- The purpose of these tests is to ensure that police operations do not disrupt critical infrastructure, particularly during searches for ammunition and narcotics.
Ensuring Safety and Security in Data Centers
- Emily explains the challenges posed by the environment in a data center, such as flickering lights and noise from fans, which can affect the dogs' detection abilities.
- She stresses the importance of regular training sessions with law enforcement to familiarize them with the unique conditions of a data center.
- The goal is to ensure that police operations are conducted without damaging equipment, maintaining the integrity of the internet services.
- Emily underscores the need for proper protocols to prevent unauthorized interference during police activities.
Addressing Risks and Professional Risk Management
- Acknowledges the risks associated with data center operations, including natural disasters and potential terrorism threats.
- Emphasizes the importance of professional risk management, a critical concern for IT managers and CTOs.
- Points out that while marketing and sales support are more enjoyable aspects of the job, risk management is a crucial component that keeps professionals awake at night.
- Highlights the intense focus required to handle these serious issues effectively, ensuring the safety and continuity of operations.
Resources
Watch the full podcast Ep. #32 Emily Newman, Marketing and PR Manager of NJFX | Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast
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