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u Therefore it is certainly possible to apply best practice but only
to a certain level of abstraction. Beyond that, it is very much on the
basis of an individual organisation.
DCD: What are key components of how Siemens assist companies
dealing with digital transformation? What are the steps, questions,
principles of engagement that Siemens are able to bring to the
process? What are these based on?
Martin Widmer, Global Marketing Manager Data Centers: Siemens
helps data centers around the world to take advantage of digital
transformation to create an even greater competitive edge. This is
achieved by enhancing data center performance through the power
of data. Siemens recommends a 4- step approach to achieve this:
1. Define business objectives and KPIs,
2. Connect systems and collect data,
3. Analyze data to create actionable insights, and,
4. Take action and continuously enhance performance.
Our approach is based on optimizing the interplay of people,
technology and services.
This includes global expertise in terms of our deep domain
know-how, and project management skills and local market
understanding. Our 4 regional Digital Service Centers provide
above-site support such as remote maintenance and problem
diagnosis. At the same time, we have branches across the globe
which ensures a local presence and an understanding of the local
market and its regulations. Our combination of above-site and
on-site support means we can meet our customer’s needs more
eectively.
The Siemens integrated data center management suite (IDCMS)
provides a holistic management approach for reliable and ecient
IT and facility data center operation. Navigator - the cloud-based
energy and sustainability management platform from Siemens
Building Technologies - provides the industry’s most comprehensive
insights into total energy management and building performance
by seamlessly integrating analytic technology and operational
expertise. The platform supports a wide range of best-in-class
energy, sustainability and operational management services and
solutions.