Power quality is essential to keeping critical systems operating effectively. However, the rising need for continual supply is straining legacy power systems. There are a few power quality issues that you should watch for: If your system experiences short interruptions for a few seconds, it could trip protection devices and lead to data loss. Organizations […]
Power outages significantly impact business operations, and it’s becoming more important than ever to be prepared. With 70 percent of businesses anticipated to lose power sometime in the next 12 months, there are some things that you can do to keep operating during an outage: Organizations should create a continuity plan that factors in outages […]
Your hardware might seem to be running appropriately, but power surges within your facility could be degrading your equipment right under your nose. These surges can lead to hardware failures and downtime, impacting your operations. Protecting against power surges will help avoid downtime and equipment damage. Every time a big piece of machinery like an […]
Power outages can be a chaotic and stressful time for any business, but when lives are on the line, it’s important to address the problem quickly. Illnesses and injuries don’t take a break, and it’s important for medical professionals to be ready to handle any problems that might occur while treating patients. Let’s take a […]
With an hour of downtime costing more than $100,000, it’s important for organizations to take action to prevent these instances. Equipment failure is a major driver of outages, but there are strategies that can help minimize the chance of equipment failure. How hardware is stored and maintained can significantly impact its reliability. Power surges deteriorate […]
The prospect of an equipment failure is enough to keep any IT professional up at night. Organizations rely on their hardware to work optimally at all times to support critical business processes and data, but when something goes wrong, the consequences can be dire. Let’s take a closer look at the real cost that you […]
Downtime is a major concern that keeps IT staff up at night. It can be easy to think that downtime events won’t happen to you, but there are a few key reasons why you should take steps to avoid these situations. First of all, downtime is expensive. You could end up paying $100,000 for a […]
Machines are made up of a number of sensitive components. One power surge can reduce the life span of your IT hardware and any other electronics that are plugged into the wall. For data centers, which rely on the optimal performance of equipment, a power surge can cripple operations. It may cost a significant amount […]
Around the world, commuters use trains and subway systems to get to work, school and other important locations. These lines are made up of complex infrastructure, and if anything goes wrong, it can put a real wrench into operations. Amtrak alone transported 31.3 million passengers in 2016 for mid- and long-distance trips. For inter-city rides, […]
Power surges are a major menace to business assets and operations. In a previous article, we discussed three ways that power surges can put organizations at risk, including damaging your hardware and causing outages. To prevent these issues from occurring, leverage these surge protection secrets to protect your company: 1. Look at a variety of […]