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Maison Edwards

Maison Edwards has a dedicated following interested in a wide range of IT-related topics, which include, Cloud, Data Centres and Virtualization, Enterprise Applications, and Storage. Of particular interest to his audience are the ways these technologies build and rely on each other, which Maison is easily able to communicate through his writings. A particular highlight of his work is the ways in which it has been able to help organizations accelerate their migration to cloud and to realize the benefits of infrastructure modernization. 
Can Local Communities Stop a Data Center?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Can Local Communities Stop a Data Center?

The seemingly unstoppable march of digital infrastructure has met a surprisingly resilient obstacle in the form of local community activism, a dynamic vividly illustrated by American Tower’s decision to halt a data center project in Indianapolis, Indiana. The prominent U.S. tower and data center firm has officially withdrawn its rezoning application for a planned 4MW Edge data center, which was

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Virginia Lawmakers Target Data Center Industry Growth
Data Centres and Virtualization
Virginia Lawmakers Target Data Center Industry Growth

A Paradigm Shift: Virginia Reconsiders Its Relationship with ‘Data Center Alley’ In a move signaling a dramatic reversal of its historically welcoming stance, Virginia’s General Assembly is now the epicenter of an unprecedented regulatory storm aimed directly at the heart of the global data center industry. Virginia, the undisputed global capital for digital infrastructure, is at a critical crossroads as

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Tech Giants Clash Over Data Centers in Space
Data Centres and Virtualization
Tech Giants Clash Over Data Centers in Space

The voracious appetite of artificial intelligence for computational power is pushing terrestrial infrastructure to its limits, sparking a bold and contentious debate among technology titans about relocating the cloud to the final frontier. While the concept of orbital data centers once seemed like a distant science fiction trope, it has now become a central point of conflict, pitting the aggressive,

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UK Hospital Builds New On-Site Data Center
Data Centres and Virtualization
UK Hospital Builds New On-Site Data Center

The seamless operation of a modern hospital relies on an invisible yet indispensable nervous system of data, where even a momentary disruption can have profound consequences for patient care. In a significant move to fortify this digital backbone, University Hospital Southampton (UHS) has secured approval to construct a new, dedicated data center, signaling a wider trend within the UK’s National

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Are You Ready for Cloud Sovereignty Demands?
Cloud
Are You Ready for Cloud Sovereignty Demands?

In a world where data is the new currency, controlling where it resides and who has access to it has become a critical concern for governments and businesses alike. Today, we sit down with Dominic Jainy, an IT professional with deep expertise in AI, machine learning, and the complex digital frameworks that underpin our global economy. We’ll explore the rising

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Trend Analysis: Enterprise GenAI Solutions
AI and ML
Trend Analysis: Enterprise GenAI Solutions

The boardroom discussions once buzzing with the novelty of generative AI have now shifted to a more pragmatic and urgent question: how can we guarantee a tangible return on these exponentially growing investments? As GenAI transitions from a peripheral experiment to a core business function, leaders face mounting pressure to demonstrate clear value. This has crystalized a central strategic dilemma

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How Do You Fix the Windows 11 Black Screen?
End User Computing
How Do You Fix the Windows 11 Black Screen?

The sudden and unexpected appearance of a black screen on a Windows 11 machine can bring productivity to a grinding halt, representing one of the most perplexing issues for both end-users and IT support professionals. This problem, often dubbed the “black screen of death,” is particularly frustrating because it offers no error codes or specific clues, leaving administrators to navigate

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Can a Data Center Revive a Former Coal Plant Site?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Can a Data Center Revive a Former Coal Plant Site?

The silent smokestacks of America’s industrial past are increasingly finding new life humming with the digital pulse of the twenty-first century’s most demanding industry. In towns once defined by coal dust and steam, a new transformation is underway as the colossal infrastructure of the industrial age is being repurposed to power the information age. This shift poses a critical question:

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Can Old Industrial Sites Power the Future of AI?
AI and ML
Can Old Industrial Sites Power the Future of AI?

The voracious energy appetite of artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the defining challenges of the modern digital era, pushing the existing power grid to its limits and forcing technology leaders to seek unconventional solutions for sustainable growth. As the demand for high-performance computing (HPC) escalates, a novel strategy is emerging from the rust belts and decommissioned industrial corridors

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Why Are Data Centers Turning to Battery Storage?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Why Are Data Centers Turning to Battery Storage?

The digital economy runs on a silent, voracious current of electricity, with every click, stream, and transaction demanding power from an increasingly strained global grid. As the engines of this economy, data centers are grappling with an existential challenge: how to secure a stable, affordable, and sustainable power supply. A recent strategic alliance in Italy, however, points toward a transformative

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How to Deploy D365 Without Stopping Production?
Enterprise Applications
How to Deploy D365 Without Stopping Production?

For manufacturers operating around the clock on tight margins, the prospect of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system go-live can feel like a high-wire act without a net, as every moment of downtime directly impacts the bottom line. The traditional “big bang” approach, where an entire system is switched on at once, introduces a level of risk that many 24/7

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Business Central Budgeting Workflow – Review
Enterprise Applications
Business Central Budgeting Workflow – Review

The promise of an all-encompassing ERP system for financial planning often collides with the practical realities of cumbersome workflows and the enduring appeal of spreadsheets, a conflict that defines the budgeting experience for many organizations. The Business Central budgeting workflow represents a core ERP function critical to financial planning and analysis. While the system provides a structurally sound foundation, modern

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